FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Macleod Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Macleod Small Business Loans
Macleod unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company purpose including control of cash flow company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Macleod Business Loans
What is the Larger Macleod Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The 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?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with 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 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly all business use, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory 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 as a result of an charge on assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour if you apply in quality company hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer a decision within an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within one hour – provided you apply in standard business hours and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of factors that determine your well-being of the business and the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as health for your business as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for our business loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer an individualised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, how long the company is in operation and what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company credit specialists. They will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is a crucial 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 clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner makes use of the assets they have to make a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, you can get a personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.