FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Regents Park Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Regents Park Small Business Loans
Regents Park unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range 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?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Regents Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Regents Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly all company purpose including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets, which could also be registered on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application during standard business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once 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 specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard company hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application at standard business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining your well-being that is your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine the health of your company and the level of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company loan, we will assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the business has been running as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and at what time, from day one. 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 get a cash loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loans professionals. The experts will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share 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 utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner uses an asset that they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds but we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.