FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Miramar Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Miramar Small Business Loans
Miramar unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Miramar Business Loans
What is the Larger Miramar Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be 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 of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost all business reason, such as business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge against assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We could be able to make this decision 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 some financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application details 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 Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request at quality business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request during normal business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of variables to determine your health for your company and the extent of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of variables to assess your well-being that is your company as well as the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the business has been in operation, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loan experts. We will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner uses an asset that they own to obtain the 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 majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access However, we do require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.