FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Middleton Grange Small Business Loans
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Middleton Grange unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business purpose including cash flow management, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Middleton Grange Business Loans
What is the Larger Middleton Grange Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly all business reason, such as business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to 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 for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will contact you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application during quality company time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within an hour – provided you make your application during normal business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine what is the well-being of the business and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company and the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a tailored offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, how long the business has been operating and what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in 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 loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful company credit experts. The professionals will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in 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 knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner borrows from an asset that they own to secure a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or an business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money However, we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you can get personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.