FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Main Ridge Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Main Ridge Small Business Loans
Main Ridge unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business purpose including the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Main Ridge Business Loans
What is the Larger Main Ridge Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost any company reason, such as company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online 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 grants preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will call you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request during standard company time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer in as little as one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the 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 offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during normal company hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour – provided you make your application during standard business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors for determining what is the well-being of your business and the extent of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
When you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for our company loan, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business is in, how long the company has been running for, whether the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please call our helpful company loans specialists. The specialists will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is vital 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 protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner borrows from the assets they have to get the funding. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required upfront to access the money but we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.