FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Reservoir Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Reservoir Small Business Loans
Reservoir unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company purpose including control of cash flow company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Reservoir Business Loans
What is the Larger Reservoir Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all business use, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as 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 necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. 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.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you apply during quality business hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer in as little as the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide a response in one hour if you make your application during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of elements for determining your health of the company and the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a range of factors to determine your well-being for your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company loan, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the company has been running for, how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company loan specialists. The professionals will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow general, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner utilises an asset that they own to secure the loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required before you can access the money but we do need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you are able to get a personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.