FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Richmond Small Business Loans
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Richmond unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as cash flow management, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Richmond Business Loans
What is the Larger Richmond Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A large business loan can be used for almost any company purpose including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory 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 as a result of an charge against assets and can include registering this through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be based on different terms.
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, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide a response in one hour, provided you apply at quality business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within just 1 company 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 in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you make your application during normal business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors in order to assess the well-being of the company and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine your well-being for your business and the extent of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for the company loans, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company has been operating for, whether the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loan experts. They’ll provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner uses assets they own to get the loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Are I require security for an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.