FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Ramarama Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Ramarama Small Business Loans
Ramarama unsecured loans offers 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.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business reason, such as the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Ramarama Business Loans
What is the Larger Ramarama Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all company use, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets and can include registering this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We might be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
The 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, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request within standard company hours and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision in just the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload documents from your account statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request in normal business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide the decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors that determine the well-being of the company and the amount of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess your well-being of your company and the extent of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the business financing, we will assess the risk assessment the company and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, how long the business has been operating as well as how long the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loans professionals. We will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is crucial and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner uses assets they own to make the loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.