FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Royal Oak Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Royal Oak Small Business Loans
Royal Oak unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Royal Oak Business Loans
What is the Larger Royal Oak Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all company need, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could have different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application within quality business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision in as little as 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request within standard business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors for determining what is the health of your business and the extent of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine your health for your company and the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you request business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the company is in operation for, how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loan experts. They will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner borrows from an asset that they own to make the loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.