FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Middlemore Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Middlemore Small Business Loans
Middlemore unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet 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 company loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Middlemore Business Loans
What is the Larger Middlemore Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business 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, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your business 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 to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost any company need, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets, and may be registered on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the 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 as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply during quality business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After 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 on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you apply at normal business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of variables for determining your well-being that is your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the company and the extent of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request business loans with us business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the business has been running for, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loans specialists. We will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and an integral element 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 the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner makes use of the assets they have to secure a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to get a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans over $150K generally, there is personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.