FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Medindie Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Medindie Small Business Loans
Medindie unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company use, including control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Medindie Business Loans
What is the Larger Medindie Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A large company loan can be used for almost all business reason, such as company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets, and may be registered on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 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 financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer a response in one hour if you apply within quality business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you upload copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application at normal business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine what is the well-being for your company and the level of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess your health of the company and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the business is in operation as well as how long the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please call our helpful business loans experts. They will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is vital and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner borrows from the assets they have to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I require security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access but we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is an individual ensure and security in the form an asset charge.