FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Mauku Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Mauku Small Business Loans
Mauku unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as control of cash flow company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Mauku Business Loans
What is the Larger Mauku Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you apply within standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within just one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal company hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within one hour – provided you make your application in normal business time and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you upload copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of aspects to determine the well-being of the business as well as the amount of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine the well-being of the business as well as the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request business loans with us company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a tailored offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the company has been running and in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business lending specialists. We will offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner borrows from the assets they have to make the loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money however, we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.