FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Maida Vale Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Maida Vale Small Business Loans
Maida Vale unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business use, including control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Maida Vale Business Loans
What is the Larger Maida Vale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost all business purpose including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by way of charge on assets, which could also include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company 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 records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application during standard business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within one hour – provided you apply within normal business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of factors for determining the health of your company and the extent of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess the health for your company and the level of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company loan, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, the long the company has been operating, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (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 covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loan experts. They’ll provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of paramount importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner uses an asset that they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The 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 transferred to the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.