FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Mount Burnett Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Mount Burnett Small Business Loans
Mount Burnett unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including control of cash flow business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Mount Burnett Business Loans
What is the Larger Mount Burnett Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every business purpose including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets, which could also include registering this in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We could be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll 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 and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within an hour if you apply at quality business time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer within just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request during standard business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After 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. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statement, 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 specific amount we will consider a number of aspects that determine what is the well-being of your company and the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company as well as the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business operates in, how long the business has been in operation as well as in the event that the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
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 off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loans specialists. They will provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated business 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 safeguard your data, is of huge importance and a vital 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 as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner borrows from an asset they own to get a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing using the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans over $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.