FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Ridleyton Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Ridleyton Small Business Loans
Ridleyton unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an instant response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Ridleyton Business Loans
What is the Larger Ridleyton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost every business reason, such as business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets, and could include registration in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to re-pay 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 objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans that is greater than $250,000 it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial 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 usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application within quality business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer within one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within one hour – provided you make your application within standard business times and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of elements in order to assess your well-being that is your business and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess your health of your business and the level of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and provide an individualised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, the long the business has been in operation for, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loan professionals. They’ll provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner uses an asset that they own to obtain a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is means of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you are able to get a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.