FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Rochedale Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Rochedale Small Business Loans
Rochedale unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company reason, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Rochedale Business Loans
What is the Larger Rochedale 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 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every company use, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge against assets, and could be registered in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We might be able to do this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application in quality business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer within just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you make your application in normal business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors for determining how much we can lend you well-being that is your company and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess the well-being for your business and the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request business loans with us company loan, we will assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the business has been running, whether the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business credit experts. The professionals will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner makes use of assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money however, we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is an individual guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.