FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Mulgrave Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Mulgrave Small Business Loans
Mulgrave unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including control of cash flow company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Mulgrave Business Loans
What is the Larger Mulgrave Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage 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 have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. The applicant must also 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 minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost all business use, including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, and may include registration with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request at standard business timings and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to provide an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal company hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application during normal business time and you allow us to use 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 will be able to offer an answer in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you send us copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of factors in order to assess the health that is your company and the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the level of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our business financing, we will assess the risk profile the company and provide an individualised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the business is in operation for, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loans professionals. They’ll provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. 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 being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner makes use of the assets they have to secure the funding. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or an company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access but we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.