FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Mermaid Waters Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Mermaid Waters Small Business Loans
Mermaid Waters unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including cash flow management, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Mermaid Waters Business Loans
What is the Larger Mermaid Waters Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your company needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all business reason, such as company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets and can be registered in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request during quality company times and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer an answer within one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you send us copies of your 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 can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply within normal business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of variables for determining what is the well-being of your company and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine the health that is your company and the level of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request the business financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and offer an individualised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the company has been running and in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please call our helpful business loans professionals. We will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of paramount importance 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 personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner uses assets they own to make the funding. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally, there is an individual ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.