FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Mullaloo Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Mullaloo Small Business Loans
Mullaloo unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an instant response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business purpose including cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Mullaloo Business Loans
What is the Larger Mullaloo 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 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly all company purpose including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets and can be registered through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans that is greater than $250,000 we can offer 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 your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour if you apply during quality company timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer an answer within the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once 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 particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application at normal business hours and let us use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval 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 faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I 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 elements in order to assess the health for your business as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess your health for your business and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request one of our company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide an individualised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, the long the business is in operation, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved 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% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful business lending experts. The experts will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner utilises the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required before you can access the money However, we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.