FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Regis Park Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Regis Park Small Business Loans
Regis Park unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Regis Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Regis Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost any business need, including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an business 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply within quality business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system 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 the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request at standard business times and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer the decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you upload the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of factors for determining your health for your company and the extent of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the amount of payments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the company is in operation as well as what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding 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 make an application for loans with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loan specialists. The experts will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and a vital aspect 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 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
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 assets they own to obtain the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.