FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Mangere Bridge Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Mangere Bridge Small Business Loans
Mangere Bridge unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business need, such as control of cash flow business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Mangere Bridge Business Loans
What is the Larger Mangere Bridge Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost every business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge over assets, and may include registration on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may 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 prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply at standard business timings and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application during standard business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit 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 specific amount we will consider a number of variables to determine what is the health for your company and the extent of payments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company and the amount of payments your business can 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?
When you apply for one of our business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the company has been operating and in the event that the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful business credit professionals. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather 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 make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner borrows from an asset that they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined 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 a way of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required before you can access the money however, we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally there is an individual guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.