FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Merricks Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Merricks Small Business Loans
Merricks unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company purpose including cash flow management, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Merricks Business Loans
What is the Larger Merricks Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost any company need, including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets, and may include registration with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide the legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be 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, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply during quality business times and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide the decision in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After 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 specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply at normal business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements for determining the well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess the health of your business and the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you request the company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business is in, how long the business has been operating for, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful company loans professionals. The specialists will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with 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 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner makes use of an asset that they own to secure the funding. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money However, we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.