FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Moorooka Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Moorooka Small Business Loans
Moorooka unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company purpose including the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Moorooka Business Loans
What is the Larger Moorooka Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
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 much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans that is greater than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove 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 or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you make your application within standard business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of factors to determine what is the health that is your company and the extent of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of aspects to assess your well-being of your business and the level of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and provide you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the business has been operating, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loan professionals. We will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount 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 your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner makes use of the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to secure a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally, you can get personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.