FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Massey Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Massey Small Business Loans
Massey 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 is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business need, such as the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Massey Business Loans
What is the Larger Massey Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. 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 of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost any business need, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, 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 required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge over assets, and may include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application in standard business timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request at standard business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables that determine what is the well-being of the business and the extent of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
If you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of elements to assess the well-being of your business and the amount of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request business loans with us business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know the exact amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company has been running as well as whether the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly company loan specialists. They’ll offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus 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 routine, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner uses assets they own to make the loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.