FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Myrtle Bank Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Myrtle Bank Small Business Loans
Myrtle Bank unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges 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 virtually every business purpose including managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Myrtle Bank Business Loans
What is the Larger Myrtle Bank Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for 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 income of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every company need, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for 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 necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets, which could also be registered through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer the legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may be based on different conditions.
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 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application in standard company time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait 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 most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within one hour – provided you apply within standard business timings and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your 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. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables in order to assess your health of your business as well as the amount of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to determine the health of your company as well as the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company loan, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and provide an individualised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company is in, how long the business has been operating and whether the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please speak to our friendly company loans experts. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner utilises assets they own to get a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is an individual guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.