FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Manurewa Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Manurewa Small Business Loans
Manurewa unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Manurewa Business Loans
What is the Larger Manurewa Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly every company need, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
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 against assets, which could also include registration with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you apply at quality business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard company hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you make your application in standard business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects for determining how much we can lend you well-being that is your company and the extent of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your company and the extent of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a tailored offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the company has been running, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company credit specialists. They’ll provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and a vital element 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 commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner borrows from assets they own to get the loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or an company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.