FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Mill Park Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Mill Park Small Business Loans
Mill Park unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as control of cash flow company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Mill Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Mill Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan is a great option for almost every business purpose including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets and can be registered with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
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 items or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request in standard company times and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer within just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application at normal business timings and let us use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer the decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of factors to determine your health of your business as well as the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine your health that is your company and the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for the business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and provide an individualised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business is operating in, how long the company has been operating as well as what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company lending specialists. We will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow general, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner makes use of an asset they own to get the funding. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.