FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Mount Wellington Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Mount Wellington Small Business Loans
Mount Wellington 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 daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Mount Wellington Business Loans
What is the Larger Mount Wellington Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to 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 of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all business need, including business renovations, to purchase 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 is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We might be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, 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 twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply during standard company timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision in as little as 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements , it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide a response in one hour – provided you make your application during normal business hours and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in just an business day.
If you are applying 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 have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statement, it takes 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 particular amount, we look at a variety of factors to determine the health of your business and the extent of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to determine your well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for our company financing, we will assess the risk profile of your company and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company has been in operation as well as whether the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loan specialists. We will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner makes use of an asset they own to secure the loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Should I need security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access but we do require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract), asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.