FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Moorabbin Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Moorabbin Small Business Loans
Moorabbin unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company need, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Moorabbin Business Loans
What is the Larger Moorabbin Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly every company need, including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets, and may include registration on 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 generally in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans that is greater than $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for 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 the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application during quality business hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply within normal business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of aspects to determine what is the well-being for your business and the extent of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine the well-being of your company and the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request the business loans, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is in, how long the company is in operation and how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (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 no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly company lending specialists. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner uses assets they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or a business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.