FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Mirrabooka Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Mirrabooka Small Business Loans
Mirrabooka unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business use, including managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Mirrabooka Business Loans
What is the Larger Mirrabooka Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term 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 which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. 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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost every company need, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge against assets and can include registration through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will contact you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request in quality business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application at normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of aspects to determine the health that is your business and the level of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of factors to determine the well-being of the company as well as the amount of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer an individualised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the company has been operating for, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost 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 amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business lending experts. We will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner uses an asset they own to get a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is an individual ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.