FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Mount Roskill Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Mount Roskill Small Business Loans
Mount Roskill unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business purpose including the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Mount Roskill Business Loans
What is the Larger Mount Roskill Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for almost any company purpose including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets, which could also be registered through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request at standard business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide an answer in as little as the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application during normal business time and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables in order to assess what is the well-being of the company and the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine the well-being for your company and the extent of payments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for our company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, how long the business has been operating, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loans experts. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or an business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.