FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Mauku Small Business Loans
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Mauku unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an immediate response, and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Mauku Business Loans
What is the Larger Mauku Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
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 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all company purpose including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge against assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and 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 or more) we usually offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request in standard business hours 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 bank statements we can provide a decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply at standard business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine the health for your business and the level of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of factors to assess your well-being that is your company as well as the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide an individualised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This company 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 amount I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the business is in operation, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company lending specialists. We will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is an essential 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 personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner uses an asset that they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150K typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.