FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Marmion Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Marmion Small Business Loans
Marmion unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company need, such as control of cash flow business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Marmion Business Loans
What is the Larger Marmion Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly every business use, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets and can include registering this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (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. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide a response in one hour if you submit your request in standard company hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
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 timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of factors that determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your business and the level of payments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine the health for your company and the level of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request the company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the business is in operation and whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly business credit specialists. They will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is crucial and a vital element 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 protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner utilises assets they own to secure the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I need security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money, however we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.