FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Mount Martha Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Mount Martha Small Business Loans
Mount Martha unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company need, such as managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Mount Martha Business Loans
What is the Larger Mount Martha Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost all business need, including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge on assets, and may include the registration of this on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast 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 require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request during standard company times and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision in just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application in standard business hours and allow us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine how much we can lend you health of your company and the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to assess your health that is your business and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, the long the company has been operating for, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved 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% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful business loans experts. They will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and 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 provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner makes use of an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access however, we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans over $150K typically, you will need personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.