FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Mount Riverview Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Mount Riverview Small Business Loans
Mount Riverview unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business purpose including cash flow management, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Mount Riverview Business Loans
What is the Larger Mount Riverview Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own 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 used for?
A large business loan can be used for almost any company purpose including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you apply at standard business time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer within the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within one hour if you apply in standard business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables in order to assess the health of your company and the level of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to assess the health of the business and the extent of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
When you request our company credit, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, the long the company has been operating and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged 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 off the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful business credit experts. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining 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?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being transparent about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify the 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 is when an business owner utilises the assets they have to make a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.