FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Myaree Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Myaree Small Business Loans
Myaree unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, such as the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Myaree Business Loans
What is the Larger Myaree Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every company purpose including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets, and could include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. It is possible to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a company 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)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (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 easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request during standard business hours and let us utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer a decision within just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request within standard business hours and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of elements to determine the well-being of the business and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a range of variables to determine the health for your company and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request the business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation for, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and at what time, 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 punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful company loan professionals. They will provide you with details for 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 payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner makes use of an asset that they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or an company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.