FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Mount Nasura Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Mount Nasura Small Business Loans
Mount Nasura unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business purpose including control of cash flow company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Mount Nasura Business Loans
What is the Larger Mount Nasura Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for 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 and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly every company reason, such as business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets and can be registered through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (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 - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials from 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 to $100K) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application during quality business timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to provide an answer in as little as an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within one hour, provided you apply in normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method 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 choose to send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you well-being for your business and the extent of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine your health of your business and the level of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for our business loans, we will assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a tailored offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the company has been in operation, how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful company loans professionals. They’ll offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total 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 ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated 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 safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner borrows from assets they own to get a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I need security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access However, we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.