FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Merrylands Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Merrylands Small Business Loans
Merrylands unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company need, such as managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Merrylands Business Loans
What is the Larger Merrylands Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any company use, including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. It is possible to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request at standard business hours and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you send us copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you apply in standard business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine the health that is your business and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we look at a range of variables to assess your health of the company and the extent of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you make an application for one of our business credit, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company is in operation and whether the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loans professionals. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow general, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and is a crucial 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 personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner makes use of an asset they own to get the loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money However, we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you are able to get an individual guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.