FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Menora Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Menora Small Business Loans
Menora unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business use, including control of cash flow business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Menora Business Loans
What is the Larger Menora Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
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 be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost every business need, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets and can include registration through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans of more than $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (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 call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request during quality company timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you apply in standard business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of elements for determining what is the health for your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess the well-being that is your company and the extent of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
When you request our business credit, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know the exact amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the company has been running and in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please talk to one of our helpful company credit specialists. They will provide you with details for repayment 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 and 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance 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 protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner uses 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 business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. 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 additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.