FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Melrose Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Melrose Small Business Loans
Melrose unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as control of cash flow business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Melrose Business Loans
What is the Larger Melrose Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used for almost all business purpose including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets, which could also include registration with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business 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)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply during standard company times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application at standard business time and let us use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of variables to determine what is the health for your company as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your company and the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for the company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the business has been operating and how long the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful business loan specialists. We will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is crucial and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard 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 employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner makes use of the assets they have to secure the loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.