FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Manurewa Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Manurewa Small Business Loans
Manurewa unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into 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 nearly every business purpose including control of cash flow business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Manurewa Business Loans
What is the Larger Manurewa Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as 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 needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, which could also include registration on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We may be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be subject to different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within one hour if you make your application within quality business time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application in normal business timings and let us use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of variables to determine your health that is your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine the health that is your business and the extent of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the business has been operating for, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business credit professionals. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner borrows from an asset that they own to secure a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to get a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally, you are able to get an individual guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.