FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Medindie Gardens Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Medindie Gardens Small Business Loans
Medindie Gardens unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Medindie Gardens Business Loans
What is the Larger Medindie Gardens Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost every business use, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This is as a result of an charge over assets, which could also include registering this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans of $250K or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to do this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be subject to 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 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request at standard business time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer an answer within the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during standard company hours, and let us use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application at standard business hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements for determining the health of the company and the extent of repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess your health for your business and the level of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you make an application for one of our company loan, we will assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, the long the business is in operation for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated 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 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loans professionals. They’ll offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner borrows from the assets they have to secure the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or an company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.