FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Richmond Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Richmond Small Business Loans
Richmond unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Richmond Business Loans
What is the Larger Richmond Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to 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 the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every company purpose including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets, and could include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request at quality business timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application in normal business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of variables to determine what is the well-being of your business and the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as health that is your company and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, the long the company has been in operation, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company loan professionals. They’ll provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is crucial and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner uses an asset that they own to secure the loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.