FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Marsden Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Marsden Small Business Loans
Marsden unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
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 need, such as cash flow management, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Marsden Business Loans
What is the Larger Marsden Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any company purpose including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets, and could include registering this with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for the 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. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you apply during standard company hours and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer the decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you upload the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application in normal business timings and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide the decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements that determine the well-being of the business and the extent of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine your well-being of the company and the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request the company loan, we will assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the business is in operation, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loans specialists. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout 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 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial 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 sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner makes use of assets they own to secure the funding. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access, however we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.