FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Menora Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Menora Small Business Loans
Menora unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including control of cash flow business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Menora Business Loans
What is the Larger Menora Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that 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 trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost any company use, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request at standard company time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide the decision within an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you make your application at normal business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects for determining the well-being of the business and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess the well-being that is your company and the amount of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
When you request our company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company has been running as well as whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business credit experts. They will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. The figure 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 and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and a vital aspect 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 security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner uses an asset they own to secure the funding. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing using the value of what you already own.
Should I need security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access However, we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.