FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The St Marys Bay Small Business Loans
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St Marys Bay unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business purpose including the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger St Marys Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger St Marys Bay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all company need, including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the 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 $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for 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 fast and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to 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 to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour – provided you apply within standard business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of factors in order to assess the health of your company and the level of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess the well-being for your business and the level of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk profile of your business and offer an individualised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company operates in, how long the company has been operating as well as in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please talk to one of our helpful company lending experts. We will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is crucial and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner uses an asset they own to secure the funding. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is means of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally, you are able to get an individual guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.