FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Mount Martha Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Mount Martha Small Business Loans
Mount Martha unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Mount Martha Business Loans
What is the Larger Mount Martha Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every business reason, such as company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, which could also include registering this on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee 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 if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be subject to different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (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 process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply at standard business timings and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide the decision within just one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you apply in standard business timings and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of elements in order to assess the health for your business and the level of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company and the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for our business credit, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and provide an individualised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the business has been in operation for, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan 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. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful company lending professionals. They will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow general, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral 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 financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner uses the assets they have to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access, however we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you are able to get personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.