FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Mansfield Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Mansfield Small Business Loans
Mansfield unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an instant response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company use, including managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Mansfield Business Loans
What is the Larger Mansfield Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are either 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 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. Your company must belong to 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly any company need, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory 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 to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an company 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)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for you to qualify for 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 within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application at quality company time and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within just one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you upload documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply in standard business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of aspects that determine your well-being of your company and the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
When you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine your well-being of your business and the amount of payments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you request our company financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, the long the company is in operation for, how long the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business credit specialists. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner makes use of assets they own to secure the funding. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I require security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required before you can access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.