FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Maryknoll Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Maryknoll Small Business Loans
Maryknoll unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company need, such as the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning 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. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all company need, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and 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 is usually by way of charge against assets, and could include registration through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour if you submit your request within standard company timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply during normal business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to provide you with 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 it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you upload copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a variety of elements that determine the well-being for your business and the level of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of elements to assess the well-being of the company and the level of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for the business loans, we will assess the risk profile of your business and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the company is in operation for, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful business credit specialists. We will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle 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 knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial 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 protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner uses an asset that they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or an company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it is means of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is an individual guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.