FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Munno Para Downs Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Munno Para Downs Small Business Loans
Munno Para Downs unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business need, such as control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Munno Para Downs Business Loans
What is the Larger Munno Para Downs Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also 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 minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all business use, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets, which could also include registering this with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request within standard company timings and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer an answer within just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you apply in normal business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of aspects in order to assess what is the well-being that is your company and the extent of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to assess your well-being for your business and the extent of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for our business financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a tailored offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the business has been running as well as whether the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t 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 in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loans experts. They will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner utilises assets they own to get a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I need security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.