FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Mount Roskill Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Mount Roskill Small Business Loans
Mount Roskill unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company need, such as cash flow management, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Mount Roskill Business Loans
What is the Larger Mount Roskill Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with 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 calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all business need, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets and can include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify 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 is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a 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 trading (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 a dedicated company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply at standard company times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within one hour if you apply at standard business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once 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. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects for determining the health of the business and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the business.
If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to assess your health for your business and the amount of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business loan, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company has been operating and how long the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful business lending experts. We will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. 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 the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is vital and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner uses assets they own to secure the loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security for an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.