FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Rydalmere Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Rydalmere Small Business Loans
Rydalmere unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company use, including managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Rydalmere Business Loans
What is the Larger Rydalmere Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for 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 $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost every business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the 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 fast and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, 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 – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you apply at standard company time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with a 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 can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request during standard business hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer a decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of elements that determine how much we can lend you health of your business and the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine the well-being of your business and the amount of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company loan, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is in, how long the company has been operating for, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful company loans professionals. The experts will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner uses the assets they have to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I need security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money However, we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.