FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Macquarie Fields Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Macquarie Fields Small Business Loans
Macquarie Fields 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 that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees 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 nearly every company purpose including cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Macquarie Fields Business Loans
What is the Larger Macquarie Fields Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
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 in this amount the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. Your business must belong to 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 to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A large business loan can be used for almost all company need, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets, which could also include registering this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can 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 of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply 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 need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application within quality company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide a response in one hour if you make your application within standard business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer a decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements 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 submit an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of aspects in order to assess the health of the company and the extent of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the company and the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
When you request our business financing, we will assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, how long the company has been operating and what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to do this please contact our helpful company lending specialists. They will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is an essential aspect 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 and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner utilises an asset they own to make the funding. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.