FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Riverview Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Riverview Small Business Loans
Riverview unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is possible to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company purpose including control of cash flow company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Riverview Business Loans
What is the Larger Riverview Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. It is possible to do this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for a 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 easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request in quality business time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour if you apply in standard business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of variables for determining what is the well-being that is your company and the level of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine your health of your company and the extent of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for our business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the business has been operating, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful business credit experts. They will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of huge importance and a vital element 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 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner utilises the assets they have to obtain the funding. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I need security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access, however we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.