FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Moera Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Moera Small Business Loans
Moera unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Moera Business Loans
What is the Larger Moera Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost any business use, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for you to qualify for 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 fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application in standard company time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you apply within normal business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the 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 fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors for determining your health of your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the level of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you request the business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and provide an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the business has been in operation for, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful company credit specialists. They will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial 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 sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner uses an asset that they own to obtain a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security for an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required before you can access the money but we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.