FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Macgregor Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Macgregor Small Business Loans
Macgregor unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business use, including the management of cash flow, business remodeling, 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 Macgregor Business Loans
What is the Larger Macgregor Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your company needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for nearly every business use, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory 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 required for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets, and may include registering this through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply 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 of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request during standard business hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request within standard business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of your business and the extent of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine the health of the company and the level of repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and offer an individualised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, the long the business has been in operation and in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loans specialists. They will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your business 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 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 employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner uses the assets they have to get the funding. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it is means of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I need security for an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.