FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Mount Riverview Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Mount Riverview Small Business Loans
Mount Riverview unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business reason, such as managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Mount Riverview Business Loans
What is the Larger Mount Riverview Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used for almost all business use, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets and can include the registration of this in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. It is possible to do this without credit checks 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. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an 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 transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within one hour if you apply at standard business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer within the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour – provided you submit your request at standard business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements that determine your well-being for your company and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your business and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and provide an individualised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the company is in operation, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and 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 with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing 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 the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business credit specialists. We will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner borrows from the assets they have to make the funding. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to secure a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access however, we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is a personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.