FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Middle Swan Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Middle Swan Small Business Loans
Middle Swan unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or 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 to fulfill almost any company need, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Middle Swan Business Loans
What is the Larger Middle Swan Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A 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 qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all company use, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge against assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
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, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application during quality business time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in as little as the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during normal company hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application in standard business times and let us use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine the well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to assess your health that is your company and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you make an application for our business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a tailored offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, how long the business has been operating and in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company lending experts. We will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner borrows from assets they own to make the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I require security for a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access but we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.