FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Mcdowall Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Mcdowall Small Business Loans
Mcdowall unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is the 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 by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company need, such as managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Mcdowall Business Loans
What is the Larger Mcdowall Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every business need, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets and can include registering this on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
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)
- must show at least six months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request at standard business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request at standard business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of factors that determine what is the health of the business and the extent of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess the well-being of the company and the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation and whether the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loan specialists. They will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner borrows from an asset that they own to secure the funding. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally, you are able to get the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.