FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Ringwood Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Ringwood Small Business Loans
Ringwood unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Ringwood Business Loans
What is the Larger Ringwood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any business purpose including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could have different terms.
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 at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for the 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 simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request during quality company times and let us utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within just one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request at normal business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables in order to assess how much we can lend you health for your company and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to assess your health that is your company and the level of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company credit, we will assess the risk profile the company and provide an individualised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, how long the company has been running and in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful business loans professionals. They’ll provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential 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 financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner makes use of assets they own to get a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money however, we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is an individual guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.