FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Mount Wellington Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Mount Wellington Small Business Loans
Mount Wellington unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including cash flow management, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Mount Wellington Business Loans
What is the Larger Mount Wellington Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge on assets and can include registration with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide the legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans of more than $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We might 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 a few financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request during quality company time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within an hour – provided you make your application within standard business times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables that determine your well-being that is your company and the amount of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine the well-being of your business and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a tailored offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of 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 a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the company has been operating, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loans experts. The experts will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is crucial and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or an business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.