FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Maupuia Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Maupuia Small Business Loans
Maupuia unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company need, such as managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Maupuia Business Loans
What is the Larger Maupuia Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly all business purpose including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. It is possible to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could have different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for the 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 simple and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request at quality business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request in normal business time and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects to determine your health for your company and the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to assess your health for your company and the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for the business financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation as well as in the event that the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful business loan professionals. They’ll offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner utilises the assets they have to secure the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 generally, you are able to get personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.