FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Middlemore Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Middlemore Small Business Loans
Middlemore unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Middlemore Business Loans
What is the Larger Middlemore Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every business use, including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 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 application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 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 statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request in quality business times and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer the decision within just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request within normal business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements in order to assess your health for your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to determine your well-being of your business as well as the amount of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
When you request our company loans, we will assess the risk profile of your business and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, how long the business has been running, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company credit specialists. They will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can 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 the company owner uses assets they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is means of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money However, we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need a personal ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.