FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Medina Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Medina Small Business Loans
Medina unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company need, such as the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Medina Business Loans
What is the Larger Medina Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly any business use, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets, which could also include registration with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with 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 to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request at quality business hours and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) 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 approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour – provided you apply during standard business times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a variety of factors for determining how much we can lend you health of your company and the extent of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business and the level of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you request our company financing, we will assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company has been in operation as well as what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and 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 and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loan professionals. The specialists will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is an essential part 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner makes use of the assets they have to make the loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I require security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need an individual ensure and security in the form an asset charge.