FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Mount Riverview Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Mount Riverview Small Business Loans
Mount Riverview unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company need, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Mount Riverview Business Loans
What is the Larger Mount Riverview Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all company purpose including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge on assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will call you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request in quality business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision in as little as one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you apply at standard business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects that determine your well-being that is your business and the level of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the company and the extent of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know the exact amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company is in, how long the company has been running as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loans specialists. They will provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is crucial and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner uses the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I require security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money However, we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.