FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Moera Small Business Loans
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Moera unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including control of cash flow business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Moera Business Loans
What is the Larger Moera Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A large business loan can be used for almost every business use, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) and 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: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you apply in standard company hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply during normal business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of aspects in order to assess how much we can lend you health of your business and the level of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we look at a range of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company and the level of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company loan, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide an individualised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business is operating in, how long the business has been running and what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no cost upfront 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. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loans specialists. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner borrows from an asset they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or an business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Should I need security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access but we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.