FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Middle Park Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Middle Park Small Business Loans
Middle Park unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company need, such as control of cash flow business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
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 growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every company use, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge over assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have 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 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you make your application within standard company timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer within just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have 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. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you submit your request in standard business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload the copies of bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your business and the level of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to assess your health that is your business and the extent of payments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you request the business financing, we will assess the risk profile of your company and offer an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, how long the business has been in operation for, whether the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loan experts. They will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner makes use of an asset that they own to make the loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds but we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get an individual ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.