FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Myrtle Bank Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Myrtle Bank Small Business Loans
Myrtle Bank unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as control of cash flow business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Myrtle Bank Business Loans
What is the Larger Myrtle Bank Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all company need, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge against assets, which could also include registering this on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour if you apply during quality business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request within standard business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables in order to assess your health that is your company and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for the company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation for, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company credit professionals. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line 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 clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner utilises the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I need security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access however, we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.