FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Massey Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Massey Small Business Loans
Massey unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Massey Business Loans
What is the Larger Massey Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost any business purpose including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets, and may include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer a response in one hour if you apply during standard business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide a response in one hour if you submit your request during normal business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects for determining the well-being of the company and the extent of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine the well-being of the company and the extent of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request business loans with us business credit, we will assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company is in, how long the company has been running and whether the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay and when, right from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loan experts. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner utilises the assets they have to make the funding. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is means of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access but we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.