FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Rosemeadow Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Rosemeadow Small Business Loans
Rosemeadow unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business use, including control of cash flow company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Rosemeadow Business Loans
What is the Larger Rosemeadow Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
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. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all company need, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
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 over assets, and could include the registration of this with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. It is possible to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application at standard business timings and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request in normal business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of aspects that determine what is the well-being for your business and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess the well-being of your business and the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the business loan, we will assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, how long the company is in operation and whether the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company credit experts. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is vital and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner utilises assets they own to secure the funding. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money, however we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is an individual ensure and security in the form charges on assets.