FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Mount Ommaney Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Mount Ommaney Small Business Loans
Mount Ommaney unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance 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?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Mount Ommaney Business Loans
What is the Larger Mount Ommaney Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost all business reason, such as company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment or as 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 on assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request within standard business timings and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal company hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard business time and let us use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you upload documents from your account statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of variables for determining how much we can lend you well-being for your business and the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess the health of the company and the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business loans, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a tailored offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, the long the company has been operating as well as how long the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful business lending professionals. We will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner borrows from the assets they have to make the funding. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is a personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.