FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the MacDonald Park Small Business Loans
Let me know 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 that are either per day or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger MacDonald Park Business Loans
What is the Larger MacDonald Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth 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 to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly all company need, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets, which could also include registering this on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (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. 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 to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within one hour if you make your application within quality business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer an answer in just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide a response in one hour if you make your application during standard business times and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide an answer within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of factors in order to assess your health of your business and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company as well as the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for our company loans, we will assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the company has been operating for, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up 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 repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business lending experts. They’ll provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner borrows from the assets they have to make a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
Do I need security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.