FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Miami Small Business Loans
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Miami unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company use, including control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Miami Business Loans
What is the Larger Miami Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost every business need, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, and could include registering this with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We could be able to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply in quality business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to offer an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request during normal business timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables that determine your health of the company and the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your company and the amount of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a tailored offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company is in, how long the business has been in operation and whether the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a 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 earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loans specialists. They’ll provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being transparent about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner borrows from assets they own to make a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stipulated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.