FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Millswood Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Millswood Small Business Loans
Millswood unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Millswood Business Loans
What is the Larger Millswood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. You must 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly all company need, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or 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 for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge over assets, and may include registration on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you apply within standard business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request during normal business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer an answer in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables for determining your well-being that is your business and the extent of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine your well-being of the business and the extent of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to request one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business is operating in, how long the business has been operating, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful business credit professionals. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential 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 protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access but we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.