FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Munno Para Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Munno Para Small Business Loans
Munno Para unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business purpose including control of cash flow business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Munno Para Business Loans
What is the Larger Munno Para Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current 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 and up) we can often provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request in quality business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer in as little as the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply during normal business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once 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. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of variables for determining how much we can lend you well-being of the company and the level of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess the well-being for your business and the extent of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide an individualised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business has been in operation for, whether the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please call our helpful company lending experts. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner borrows from an asset that they own to get the funding. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you are able to get personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.