FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Morningside Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Morningside Small Business Loans
Morningside 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 daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business need, such as cash flow management, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Morningside Business Loans
What is the Larger Morningside Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (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 Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly every company use, including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for 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. It is usually by way of charge on assets and can include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could have different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the 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 summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request during standard business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide a response in one hour if you submit your request in normal business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of the company and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as health for your business and the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company is in, how long the company has been running, whether the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with 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 pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful business loan professionals. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner utilises an asset that they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.