FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Maoribank Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Maoribank Small Business Loans
Maoribank unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, such as cash flow management, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Maoribank Business Loans
What is the Larger Maoribank 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 term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for nearly all business use, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets and can be registered with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may have different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application in standard company times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within one hour – provided you apply in normal business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you upload copies of your bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors for determining how much we can lend you well-being of your company and the level of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine your health that is your business as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for the company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a tailored offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of 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 that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company is in operation and whether the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a 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 off the loan earlier?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful business loans experts. They will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner uses the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money However, we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.