FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Mount Lewis Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Mount Lewis Small Business Loans
Mount Lewis unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business need, such as managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Mount Lewis Business Loans
What is the Larger Mount Lewis Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost every company purpose including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets, which could also include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply at quality business time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision in just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to offer you with a 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 specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request in standard business time and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you upload documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your business and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company and the level of payments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request one of our business financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the business is in operation as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to 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 the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful company lending experts. The experts will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of 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 employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner borrows from assets they own to obtain a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K typically, you will need personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.