FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Rongotai Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Rongotai Small Business Loans
Rongotai unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business need, such as the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Rongotai Business Loans
What is the Larger Rongotai Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. The applicant must also 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all business purpose including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge on assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an 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)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and an experienced business expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you apply during standard business times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application in normal business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables in order to assess your health that is your business as well as the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine the health of your company and the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
When you make an application for our company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company is in operation and how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly company credit professionals. They’ll offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner borrows from the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
What do I require security for an business loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.