FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The McLaren Vale Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the McLaren Vale Small Business Loans
McLaren Vale unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an instant response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company use, including cash flow management, company renovations, 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 McLaren Vale Business Loans
What is the Larger McLaren Vale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving 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 company use, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets, and may be registered on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. It is possible to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an 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)
- 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 - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application during quality business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request during standard business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of elements for determining how much we can lend you health for your company and the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business as well as the amount of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for the company credit, we will assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the company has been running and what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loan specialists. They’ll offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is vital and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner utilises an asset they own to secure the loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as 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 lenders, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money but we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.