FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Rosedale Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Rosedale Small Business Loans
Rosedale unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company need, such as control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Rosedale Business Loans
What is the Larger Rosedale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be 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 minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost all business use, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
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)
- must show at least six months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application during quality company times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision within 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application within standard business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After 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 on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables for determining how much we can lend you well-being for your business as well as the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess the health of the company and the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for the company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the company is in operation for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and general 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 be required to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company lending specialists. They’ll provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is vital and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner utilises assets they own to obtain a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I require security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is an individual ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.