FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Mitchelton Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Mitchelton Small Business Loans
Mitchelton unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Mitchelton Business Loans
What is the Larger Mitchelton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost all business purpose including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, and could include registering this in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. It is possible to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request during quality company times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us 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 can usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request within normal business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of factors for determining how much we can lend you well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your business and the extent of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you request our business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company has been running, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company credit experts. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is vital and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner utilises assets they own to obtain a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or an business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.