FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Ransome Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Ransome Small Business Loans
Ransome unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business use, including managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Ransome Business Loans
What is the Larger Ransome Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (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 large business loan can be used for nearly any business use, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory 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 required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge on assets and can include registration on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable 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 records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company 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’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will call you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application details 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 and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in as little as 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal company hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide a response in one hour – provided you apply in standard business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for 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 standard business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of elements for determining how much we can lend you health of the business and the level of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of aspects to assess the well-being of the company and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for one of our business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and offer an individualised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the business is in operation for, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly company credit experts. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.