FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Yellow Rock Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Yellow Rock Small Business Loans
Yellow Rock unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on 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 are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company need, such as managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Yellow Rock Business Loans
What is the Larger Yellow Rock Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated 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 trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost every business need, including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, and may include registering this through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. It is possible to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 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 simple and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request within quality company hours and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to provide the decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 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 deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application within standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements that determine your health of your company as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your company and the level of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
If you decide to request our company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business is in, how long the company has been in operation and whether the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please contact our helpful company loans experts. We will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining 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 either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential element 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 customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online 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 the company owner utilises an asset that they own to secure the loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Are I require security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.