FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Rothesay Bay Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Rothesay Bay Small Business Loans
Rothesay Bay unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges 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 nearly any business purpose including control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Rothesay Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Rothesay Bay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The 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 in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover 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 to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly every business use, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge on assets, and could include registration with the PPSR or making 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 who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within one hour if you apply during quality company timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply in standard business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine your health for your company as well as the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine your health of the business and the level of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for the business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company has been in operation for, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
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. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company lending professionals. The professionals will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is vital 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 standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner utilises assets they own to make the funding. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access however, we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally there is personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.