FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the MacDonald Park Small Business Loans
Tell me more about MacDonald Park Small Business Loans
MacDonald Park unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company use, including the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger MacDonald Park Business Loans
What is the Larger MacDonald Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost any business use, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge against assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company 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 of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business expert in lending will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply within standard business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request at standard business time and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects that determine your well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the extent of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the business has been in operation for, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loan experts. They will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship 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 and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner borrows from an asset that they own to get the loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required before you can access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need a 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 $150,000, generally there is an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.