FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Ramarama Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Ramarama Small Business Loans
Ramarama unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business reason, such as managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Ramarama Business Loans
What is the Larger Ramarama Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all business need, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, and may include registration with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check, 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’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be 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 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply within quality company times and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request at normal business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of factors for determining your well-being that is your business and the level of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of factors to assess the health for your business and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request our business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company has been operating as well as in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay and when, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company lending experts. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance 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 are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is crucial and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner uses an asset they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or an company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is an individual ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.