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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Mellons Bay Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Mellons Bay Small Business Loans
Mellons Bay unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company purpose including the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Mellons Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Mellons Bay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any company purpose including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets, and may include registering this on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. It is possible to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could have different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you apply during standard business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application in normal business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your company and the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
When you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess your well-being of the business and the extent of payments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you request the business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business is in, how long the business has been running, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra 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 with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company lending professionals. The specialists will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and a vital part of our relationship 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 and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner uses the assets they have to get the loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.