FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Moorooka Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Moorooka Small Business Loans
Moorooka unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business purpose including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Moorooka Business Loans
What is the Larger Moorooka Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated 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 business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost all company reason, such as company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets, and could include registration through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an company 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 demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for 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 simple and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you apply within standard company hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer the decision in as little as one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you upload documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you apply in normal business hours and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements that determine the health of your business and the level of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
If you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of variables to determine your health of the business as well as the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for the business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the business is in operation as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business lending professionals. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner borrows from the assets they have to get the loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing using the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required before you are able to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.