FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Maryknoll Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Maryknoll Small Business Loans
Maryknoll unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business need, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Maryknoll Business Loans
What is the Larger Maryknoll Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also 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 of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every company purpose including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge on assets, and may be registered on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an business 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for you to qualify for 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 simple and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request during quality business timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – provided you apply within normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to provide the decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us documents from your account 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 submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects for determining your health of your company and the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine your well-being that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request business loans with us company loan, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the business has been running and in the event that the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please speak to our friendly company lending professionals. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is vital and an integral part 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 protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner utilises the assets they have to secure the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access, however we do require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you can get the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.