FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Rivervale Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Rivervale Small Business Loans
Rivervale unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business need, such as control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Rivervale Business Loans
What is the Larger Rivervale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost every company use, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as 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 by taking a charge on assets, and could include registering this with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee 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 signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, 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 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application within quality company time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you upload documents from your account statements , it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you apply at normal business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you upload copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects that determine your health of your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your business and the amount of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and provide an individualised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation and what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, right from day one. 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 no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loans experts. The specialists will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner utilises the assets they have to get the loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $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. As long as you follow the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.