FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Rouse Hill Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Rouse Hill Small Business Loans
Rouse Hill unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into 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 any company purpose including cash flow management, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Rouse Hill Business Loans
What is the Larger Rouse Hill Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. It is necessary to be 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 the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost every business use, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets, and could include registration with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within one hour – as long as you apply at quality company timings and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision within the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After 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. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request at normal business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of elements in order to assess your well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health for your business and the extent of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for the company financing, we will assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the company is in operation for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly company lending experts. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is vital and is an essential part 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 personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner makes use of an asset they own to make a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.