FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Robertson Small Business Loans
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Robertson unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Robertson Business Loans
What is the Larger Robertson Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your business needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets, which could also be registered on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (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 fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply in standard company hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer in as little as one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request in standard business time and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of variables in order to assess how much we can lend you health for your business and the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the business has been in operation as well as in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loans specialists. They will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is crucial and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner borrows from an asset that they own to secure a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or an business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.