FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Riverview Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Riverview Small Business Loans
Riverview unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Riverview Business Loans
What is the Larger Riverview Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 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 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost any company reason, such as business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health questions. This 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 that you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide a response in one hour if you make your application within standard business timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements , it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer a response in one hour – provided you make your application during normal business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements for determining how much we can lend you health for your company and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine your well-being that is your company and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for our company financing, we will assess the risk profile for your company and provide an individualised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the business has been running, whether the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful company lending specialists. We will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and a vital 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 sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer 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’s a way of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money however, we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.