FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The St Marys Small Business Loans
Let me know more about St Marys Small Business Loans
St Marys unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger St Marys Business Loans
What is the Larger St Marys Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly any business need, including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is as a result of an charge over assets and can include the registration of this through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business 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 lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be based on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K 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 lending specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply during quality company timings and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request at normal business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After 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 particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining how much we can lend you well-being that is your company and the extent of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for our business loan, we will assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know the exact amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the business has been running and in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (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 no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful company lending specialists. The experts will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is vital and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner uses the assets they have to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access but we do require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you are able to get personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.