FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the McLaren Flat Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the McLaren Flat Small Business Loans
McLaren Flat unsecured loans provides amounts of 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.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business purpose including managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger McLaren Flat Business Loans
What is the Larger McLaren Flat Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any business purpose including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge on assets, and could include registration with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We could be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may have different conditions.
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 have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as 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 to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request at quality company time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements , it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you make your application during standard business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements for determining the health for your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess your health that is your company and the extent of repayments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for our business loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the business has been operating for, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loan professionals. The specialists will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner uses an asset that they own to get the funding. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money but we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.