FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Morningside Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Morningside Small Business Loans
Morningside unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an immediate 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. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Morningside Business Loans
What is the Larger Morningside Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for nearly every business use, including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, and may include registering this with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs 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 that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a company 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour if you make your application during standard company time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision within just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you make your application at normal business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables that determine how much we can lend you well-being of the business and the extent of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
If you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the extent of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for our company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and provide you with a tailored offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the business has been operating for, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company lending professionals. We will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner makes use of assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access, however we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.