FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Rosedale Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Rosedale Small Business Loans
Rosedale unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as control of cash flow business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Rosedale Business Loans
What is the Larger Rosedale 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 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been 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 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly every company need, including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge over assets, and could include registration through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for a 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 simple and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you apply within quality company times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request within standard business times and permit us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to offer an answer in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of elements to determine the well-being of the business as well as the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the company and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you apply for the company loan, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the company has been operating and whether the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly business lending specialists. They 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 any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner borrows from the assets they have to secure the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money However, we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.