FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Macleod Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Macleod Small Business Loans
Macleod unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to 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 be aware in advance of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Macleod Business Loans
What is the Larger Macleod Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every business purpose 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 purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge over assets, which could also include registering this in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you apply in standard company timings and allow us to 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 statements , we are able to offer an answer within just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you upload copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply within standard business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors that determine how much we can lend you health that is your company and the extent of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess your health of your company and the level of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you request business loans with us company credit, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company is in operation and whether the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loan specialists. They’ll provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner borrows from the assets they have to secure the loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally, you can get an individual ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.