FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Milsons Point Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Milsons Point Small Business Loans
Milsons Point unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business use, including the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Milsons Point Business Loans
What is the Larger Milsons Point Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly all company purpose including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to re-pay 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 which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could have different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour if you submit your request during standard company times and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in as little as one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 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 could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us copies of your bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application within standard business time and you allow us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you upload documents from your account statements, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements in order to assess what is the well-being of the company and the extent of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business and the level of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you apply for our company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and offer an individualised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, how long the company has been running, how long the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful company lending professionals. They will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner uses assets they own to make a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or an business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required before you can access the money However, we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.