FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Royal Oak Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Royal Oak Small Business Loans
Royal Oak unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business use, including managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Royal Oak Business Loans
What is the Larger Royal Oak Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all company need, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (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. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request within standard company timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you apply within normal business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables for determining what is the health of your company and the extent of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company loans, we will assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, how long the business has been operating, how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful company credit professionals. We will offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of 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 employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner makes use of assets they own to obtain a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Should I need security for a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money however, we do require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally there is a personal ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.