FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Moana Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Moana Small Business Loans
Moana unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Moana Business Loans
What is the Larger Moana Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost all company purpose including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets and can include registration on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
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 granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an business 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’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you apply within standard business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request during normal business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have 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. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements that determine what is the well-being for your company and the level of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess your health of the company and the level of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for one of our company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a tailored offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company is in operation and how long the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company credit specialists. They will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner makes use of the assets they have to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or a business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money but we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.