FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Medindie Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Medindie Small Business Loans
Medindie unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company need, such as control of cash flow business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Medindie Business Loans
What is the Larger Medindie Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost every business reason, such as business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets, and may include registering this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company 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 records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply during standard company times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements , it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application at normal business time and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you upload copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your company and the extent of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess your health of your company and the extent of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for the business credit, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly business credit specialists. They’ll provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is vital and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect 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 link to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner uses assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.