FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Mount Eden Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Mount Eden Small Business Loans
Mount Eden unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company need, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Mount Eden Business Loans
What is the Larger Mount Eden Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. Your company must belong to 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 minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all business purpose including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge on assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. It is possible to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you apply during quality company timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of elements for determining what is the health of your business as well as the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your business and the extent of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you apply for one of our business financing, we will assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, the long the business has been operating, whether the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please call our helpful company credit professionals. We will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans over $150K generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.