FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Mount Cottrell Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Mount Cottrell Small Business Loans
Mount Cottrell unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, such as cash flow management, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Mount Cottrell Business Loans
What is the Larger Mount Cottrell Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own 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 used for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost all company reason, such as business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets and can include registration on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business lender is not able 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 reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Are I 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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application within quality company times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to provide the decision within an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you upload copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour if you make your application in normal business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you health of your business and the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess your health of your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request one of our business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the company has been in operation for, whether the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loan professionals. The professionals will offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner uses the assets they have to secure a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.