FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Mangere Bridge Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Mangere Bridge Small Business Loans
Mangere Bridge unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company need, such as the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Mangere Bridge Business Loans
What is the Larger Mangere Bridge Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly all company need, including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, and may be registered on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour if you make your application during standard business time and let us utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you apply within standard business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of variables in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of the company as well as the amount of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine the well-being of the business and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for our business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the business has been running, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no 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 choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business lending specialists. We will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow standard, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner makes use of an asset that they own to secure a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds but we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is an individual ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.