FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Marion Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Marion Small Business Loans
Marion unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Marion Business Loans
What is the Larger Marion Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every business use, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge against assets, and may be registered in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of more than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify 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 an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request during quality company timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the 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 company hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request within normal business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer a decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of elements that determine the health for your company as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess the well-being that is your company and the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for one of our company credit, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide 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 be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the business has been in operation and how long the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loan experts. The specialists will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner utilises the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.