FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Riverview Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Riverview Small Business Loans
Riverview unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business purpose including control of cash flow company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Riverview Business Loans
What is the Larger Riverview Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any company use, including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, which could also include registering this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business 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)
- can demonstrate at least 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 fast and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application at quality business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application at normal business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you upload copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I 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 well-being of the business as well as the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your company and the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request the business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a tailored offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company is in, how long the business has been running as well as what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly company lending experts. The specialists will offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to 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 help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow standard, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner uses assets they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is means of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access, however we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security in the form charges on assets.