FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Mirrabooka Small Business Loans
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Mirrabooka unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business need, such as control of cash flow company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Mirrabooka Business Loans
What is the Larger Mirrabooka Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A large company loan can be used for almost every business need, including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge on assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within one hour – as long as you apply within standard company timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application at standard business time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of aspects for determining your well-being of your business and the extent of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business and the level of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for one of our company financing, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business is operating in, how long the business is in operation for, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business lending experts. We will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner uses assets they own to get the loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.