FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Mansfield Park Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Mansfield Park Small Business Loans
Mansfield Park unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll 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 amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company need, such as the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Mansfield Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Mansfield Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all business need, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, 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 obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check, 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 checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request at quality company time and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide a decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply in standard business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us duplicates of your banking 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 make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables in order to assess what is the health of your business and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
When you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess your health for your company and the level of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you make an application for one of our business loan, we will assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company operates in, how long the company has been running, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful company lending experts. They will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as 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 utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner makes use of assets they own to secure the loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally, you can get an individual ensure and security in the form an asset charge.