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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Mundijong Small Business Loans
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Mundijong unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including cash flow management, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Mundijong Business Loans
What is the Larger Mundijong Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as 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 larger company loan is a great option for almost any business reason, such as business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets and can be registered through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application 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 and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application at standard business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer the decision within just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application at normal business time and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of factors for determining how much we can lend you well-being of the business and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the extent of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business loans, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the company has been operating, how long the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and when, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company lending experts. They’ll offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner uses assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Should 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 loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.