FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Magill Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Magill Small Business Loans
Magill unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is possible to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have 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 know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business use, including the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Magill Business Loans
What is the Larger Magill Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% 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 business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have 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 utilised?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost all business use, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application in quality business time and permit 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’ll be able to provide a decision within just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within an hour if you make your application in normal business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables in order to assess the health that is your business and the level of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess your well-being of the company and the extent of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
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 credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company is in, how long the company is in operation and how long the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful business lending professionals. We will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money but we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally there is a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.