FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Mernda Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Mernda Small Business Loans
Mernda unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business use, including managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Mernda Business Loans
What is the Larger Mernda Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost all company need, including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets, and could include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company 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 granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request during standard business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request at normal business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of elements that determine the well-being of your company and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request the business loans, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer an individualised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the business is in operation as well as what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up 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 earlier?
You can decide to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company credit specialists. They’ll offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent 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 schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being transparent about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is vital and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner borrows from an asset that they own to obtain a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.