FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Moores Pocket Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Moores Pocket Small Business Loans
Moores Pocket unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company reason, such as the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Moores Pocket Business Loans
What is the Larger Moores Pocket Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is 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.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost all business need, including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge against assets and can include registration on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
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 trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement 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 reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply during quality business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in just one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide a response in one hour – provided you apply during standard business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables in order to assess the well-being of your company and the level of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine your well-being of your company and the extent of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for the company loan, we will assess the risk profile for your company and provide an individualised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, the long the business is in operation as well as what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loan specialists. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal balance 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 provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is vital and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner uses assets they own to secure the loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security for a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access, however we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.