FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Martin Small Business Loans
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Martin unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Martin Business Loans
What is the Larger Martin 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 fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used for almost every company need, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is by way of charge against assets, and may include registration on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay credit that is generally based rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within an hour if you make your application during quality business timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application in standard business times and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of elements for determining the health of the 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 specifics for your company.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of factors to determine the health of the business and the extent of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a tailored offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company has been running for, how long the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
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 is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly business loan experts. We will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner makes use of an asset that they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I need security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is a personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.