FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Manukau Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Manukau Small Business Loans
Manukau unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Manukau Business Loans
What is the Larger Manukau Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan is a great option for almost all company purpose including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check 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 well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply at standard company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer in just an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within one hour, provided you apply within standard business hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer a decision within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of aspects in order to assess your well-being for your business and the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine the well-being for your company and the level of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company loan, we will assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business is in, how long the company has been operating as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the 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 very first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please call our helpful business loan specialists. They’ll provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner makes use of assets they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I require security for a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money, however we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.