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 ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business purpose including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Royal Oak Business Loans
What is the Larger Royal Oak Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost every company need, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets and can include registering this with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable 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 records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could have different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist 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) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer a response in one hour if you make your application during quality company times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer in as little as an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload copies of your bank statements it takes 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, provided you make your application in normal business hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of elements that determine how much we can lend you health for your company and the extent of the repayments 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 consider a variety of variables to determine your well-being of your business and the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company credit, we will assess the risk assessment the company and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation as well as whether the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loan professionals. We will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard 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 utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it is means of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Do I require security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.