FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Raby Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Raby Small Business Loans
Raby unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business need, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Raby Business Loans
What is the Larger Raby Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost any company purpose including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge on assets, which could also include registration through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We may be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could have 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 own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request within quality company hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide an answer within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application in normal business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to provide the decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors that determine your health for your company and the extent of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine your health of your business and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for the business credit, we will assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the company has been in operation for, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful company credit professionals. We will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is crucial and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner uses assets they own to secure the funding. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access however, we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.