FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Ryde Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Ryde Small Business Loans
Ryde unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as control of cash flow company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Ryde Business Loans
What is the Larger Ryde Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost every business need, including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge against assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$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: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within one hour if you apply in standard company time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision within just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application within normal business hours and let us use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of factors in order to assess what is the health for your business and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of variables to assess the well-being for your company and the amount of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you apply for the company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a tailored offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation as well as how long the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loan specialists. The professionals will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner uses the assets they have to make a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money however, we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.