FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Malaga Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Malaga Small Business Loans
Malaga unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Malaga Business Loans
What is the Larger Malaga Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost all company use, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in 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 proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer a response in one hour if you submit your request during standard business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements , it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you apply within standard business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements for determining how much we can lend you well-being of your company as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of your 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 the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a tailored offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business has been running for, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful company credit experts. They’ll offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is crucial and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner makes use of the assets they have to secure the funding. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.