FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Manukau Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Manukau Small Business Loans
Manukau unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply for 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 on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company need, such as managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Manukau Business Loans
What is the Larger Manukau Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
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% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost all company reason, such as business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets, and could be registered through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We may be able to do this 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 well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible 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)
- must show at least six months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application in quality company time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within an hour if you make your application during normal business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide the decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is 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 within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors that determine the well-being that is your company and the extent of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess the well-being for your business as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request one of our business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a tailored offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the business has been operating as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (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 obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs 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 loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying 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 call our helpful business loan professionals. They will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner utilises assets they own to get the funding. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.