FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Manly Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Manly Small Business Loans
Manly unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business reason, such as managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Manly Business Loans
What is the Larger Manly Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the business needs to be in operation for at least 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost any company use, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets and can be registered on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit verification 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 of credit or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request during quality business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you apply during normal business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine what is the well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess your well-being of your company as well as the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you apply for the business financing, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company has been operating for, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and when, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loans specialists. We will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner makes use of an asset that they own to make the funding. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to get a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.