FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Maupuia Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Maupuia Small Business Loans
Maupuia unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company purpose including the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Maupuia Business Loans
What is the Larger Maupuia Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost every company use, including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge against assets, which could also include registering this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request during standard business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply during standard business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of elements that determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your company and the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine your health of the business and the level of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The company 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 determines the rate that I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the business has been running for, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loan experts. The specialists will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner makes use of an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it is means of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access but we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.