FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Marino Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Marino Small Business Loans
Marino unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as control of cash flow business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Marino Business Loans
What is the Larger Marino Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all business use, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge over assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans that exceeds $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will be in touch to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer a response in one hour if you submit your request during standard company times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer within just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply within standard business hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I 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 elements that determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your business and the extent of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess your health of the business and the amount of payments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request the business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company is in, how long the business is in operation as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please talk to one of our helpful business lending specialists. The experts will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner borrows from assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or an company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access, however we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.