FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Morningside Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Morningside Small Business Loans
Morningside unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Morningside Business Loans
What is the Larger Morningside Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A 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?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by way of charge against assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than defining the security for 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 an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans of more than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request during standard business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour – provided you make your application within standard business hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements for determining the well-being for your business and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your company and the extent of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for one of our company loans, we will assess the risk profile of your company and offer an individualised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the business has been running as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loans professionals. We will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with 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 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner utilises the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or an company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. For loans over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.