FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Raceview Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Raceview Small Business Loans
Raceview unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business need, such as control of cash flow business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Raceview Business Loans
What is the Larger Raceview Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost every company use, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets, and may include registering this in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for you to qualify for 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 quick and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
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 credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, 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.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you apply in quality company time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply during normal business time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a variety of elements for determining your well-being that is your business and the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine the well-being for your business as well as the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you request one of our business financing, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the business has been running for, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly company credit experts. We will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure 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 protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner utilises an asset they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money but we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.