FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Montrose Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Montrose Small Business Loans
Montrose unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company purpose including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Montrose Business Loans
What is the Larger Montrose Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost every company purpose including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets, and could be registered in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application in standard company hours and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application within normal business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank accounts, it can 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 particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors for determining the well-being of the company and the extent of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the level of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for one of our business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the business has been operating as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company lending experts. They will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner uses an asset they own to secure a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to get an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money however, we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract), asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.