FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Two Rocks Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Two Rocks Small Business Loans
Two Rocks unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
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 business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost all company need, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets, and could include registering this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a 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)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous 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 within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application at quality business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application during standard business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of factors that determine the well-being that is your company as well as the amount of repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine the well-being of the business and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you request business loans with us business credit, we will assess the risk profile the company and offer an individualised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company is in, how long the business has been running as well as what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please call our helpful company loans experts. They will offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is a crucial 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 secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner uses the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.