FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Runciman Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Runciman Small Business Loans
Runciman unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive a same day response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company use, including control of cash flow company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Runciman Business Loans
What is the Larger Runciman Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the company needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for almost all business purpose including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge over assets and can be registered with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business 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 lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide the legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Are I 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, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements 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 an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within an hour if you apply within quality company hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer the decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application in normal business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to determine what is the well-being of your company and the level of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine the well-being of the business and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request our company loans, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company is in, how long the company has been operating and how long the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs 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% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business lending specialists. They will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is crucial and a vital 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 standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner utilises the assets they have to secure the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security for an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans over $150K generally there is an individual guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.