FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The St Marys Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the St Marys Small Business Loans
St Marys unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business purpose including the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger St Marys Business Loans
What is the Larger St Marys Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either 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 calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $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 demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost any company use, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment 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 needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by way of charge against assets, and may include registration on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We may be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request at quality business timings and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application during standard business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to provide an answer in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be capable of provide you with 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 can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining what is the health that is your business and the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine your health that is your business and the amount of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you request business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company is in, how long the business has been running for, how long the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business credit specialists. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with 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 information and 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 to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner uses an asset that they own to obtain a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or an business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Do I need security for a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money however, we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.