FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Mission Bay Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Mission Bay Small Business Loans
Mission Bay unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company purpose including control of cash flow business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Mission Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Mission Bay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (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 Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any company reason, such as company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible 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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply during standard business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within one hour – provided you make your application at normal business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine your health for your business and the extent of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the level of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for one of our business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the business is in operation as well as what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company lending professionals. The experts will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner uses the assets they have to secure a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.