FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Myaree Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Myaree Small Business Loans
Myaree unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Myaree Business Loans
What is the Larger Myaree Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be 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 to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application during standard business times and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account accounts, 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 within an hour if you apply within standard business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for 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 can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you health of the company and the level of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess your well-being for your business and the extent of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company credit, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company is in, how long the company is in operation and how long the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loans professionals. The experts will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is vital and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner uses the assets they have to get the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.