FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Mount Vernon Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Mount Vernon Small Business Loans
Mount Vernon unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an instant response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company use, including the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Mount Vernon Business Loans
What is the Larger Mount Vernon Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all business use, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for for the 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. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (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 require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application in quality business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal company hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply within standard business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors that determine how much we can lend you well-being of the business and the extent of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine your well-being for your company and the extent of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for one of our company financing, we will assess the risk assessment the company and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company is in, how long the business has been running as well as in the event that the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
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 decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loans professionals. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount 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 repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and an integral 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 techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner makes use of an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds but we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.