FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Rossmore Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Rossmore Small Business Loans
Rossmore unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business reason, such as managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Rossmore Business Loans
What is the Larger Rossmore Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. The applicant must also 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 to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all company use, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by way of charge against assets and can be registered with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. It is possible to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you apply in standard business hours and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour if you apply in standard business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have 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. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of variables for determining how much we can lend you well-being of your business and the level of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess the well-being that is your company and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request the company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, the long the business has been in operation, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful business credit specialists. We will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect 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 use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner utilises an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to get an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is an individual guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.