FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Maungaraki Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Maungaraki Small Business Loans
Maungaraki unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Maungaraki Business Loans
What is the Larger Maungaraki Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly every company need, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets, which could also include registration through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide a response in one hour if you apply within quality business times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request at standard business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer the decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements for determining the health of your company and the extent of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business and the extent of repayments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you make an application for our business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer an individualised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company is in operation and how long the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business credit experts. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner borrows from the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is an individual ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.