FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Two Rocks Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Two Rocks Small Business Loans
Two Rocks unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company reason, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Two Rocks Business Loans
What is the Larger Two Rocks 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 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 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 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any company purpose including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets, and may include registering this in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may be on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (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 quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide a response in one hour if you apply at quality business hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application within standard business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of variables that determine your health for your company and the amount of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess the health of your company and the level of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company has been running for, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loans professionals. We will offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being transparent about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner uses an asset that they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required upfront to access the money, however we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract), asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.