FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Mount Coot-Tha Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Mount Coot-Tha Small Business Loans
Mount Coot-Tha unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Mount Coot-Tha Business Loans
What is the Larger Mount Coot-Tha Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, 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) who is over the age of 18 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 large company loan can be used for almost any business purpose including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets, and may include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security of a specific 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 a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply within quality business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide the decision within just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application in normal business time and permit us to use the 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 an answer in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of elements in order to assess your health that is your company as well as the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of variables to determine your health that is your company and the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to request one of our business credit, we will assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay and when, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company lending professionals. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is vital and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner makes use of an asset they own to make the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I need security for an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required before you are able to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need an individual ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.