FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Mount Osmond Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Mount Osmond Small Business Loans
Mount Osmond unsecured loans provides 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.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Mount Osmond Business Loans
What is the Larger Mount Osmond Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every company need, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as 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 required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
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 goods or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may be based on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application details 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 twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply during standard company timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request within standard business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects in order to assess the well-being that is your business and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
When you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess the health for your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us company loans, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business operates in, the long the business has been running as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company credit professionals. They will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being transparent about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as 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 employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner borrows from an asset that they own to secure a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.