FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Middle Park Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Middle Park Small Business Loans
Middle Park unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The business 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 weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business need, such as the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Middle Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Middle Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost any business purpose including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets and can be registered through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply in standard company times and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer within just 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request during standard business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to provide the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables for determining what is the health for your company and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of factors to assess your health for your company and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the business has been running for, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loan specialists. The professionals will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner borrows from assets they own to get the loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.