FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Marsden Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Marsden Small Business Loans
Marsden unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business purpose including control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Marsden Business Loans
What is the Larger Marsden Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost any business reason, such as business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets, and could be registered with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will contact you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour if you submit your request during quality company times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer an answer within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects in order to assess what is the well-being of your company as well as the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of variables to assess the well-being of the company and the extent of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company loans, we will assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the business is in operation as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loan specialists. The experts will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner makes use of assets they own to make the funding. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money but we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally there is an individual ensure and security in the form charges on assets.