FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Royal Oak Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Royal Oak Small Business Loans
Royal Oak unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company purpose including control of cash flow business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Royal Oak Business Loans
What is the Larger Royal Oak Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined 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, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan is a great option for almost any business need, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets and can be registered in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. It is possible to do this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request at standard company timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within just 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request within normal business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables in order to assess what is the health of your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as health for your business and the amount of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a tailored offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company is in, how long the company has been in operation for, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing 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 off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loans experts. They will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner utilises an asset that they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or an business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money however, we do require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally there is a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.