FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Mellons Bay Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Mellons Bay Small Business Loans
Mellons Bay unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business need, such as cash flow management, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Mellons Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Mellons Bay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost every business purpose including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge on assets, and may include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will call you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (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 financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request at quality business hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide the decision within just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you make your application within standard business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements that determine what is the well-being of the business as well as the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to request our business loan, we will assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company is in operation and how long the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses 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 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful company credit professionals. They will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner utilises assets they own to secure a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s means of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I require security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money but we do need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is an individual ensure and security in the form charges on assets.