FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Maungaraki Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Maungaraki Small Business Loans
Maungaraki unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company need, such as cash flow management, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Maungaraki Business Loans
What is the Larger Maungaraki Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost every company reason, such as business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to re-pay 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 granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request during standard company hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision within 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you apply during standard business time and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I 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 aspects in order to assess your well-being that is your company and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine the well-being of the company and the level of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you request one of our business loans, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a tailored offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the business is in operation for, whether the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly business loan professionals. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner uses an asset they own to make a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required before you can access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.