FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Mornington Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Mornington Small Business Loans
Mornington unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business need, such as cash flow management, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Mornington Business Loans
What is the Larger Mornington Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A large business loan can be used for almost every business purpose including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets, which could also be registered in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to re-pay 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 which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans of more than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. It is possible to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request in quality company hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer within just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within an hour – provided you apply during normal business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you health that is your business and the level of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine your well-being that is your business and the level of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a tailored offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company is in operation for, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business lending professionals. We will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner borrows from assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure 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 is the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need a personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.