FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Ocean Reef Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Ocean Reef Small Business Loans
Ocean Reef unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company purpose including managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Ocean Reef Business Loans
What is the Larger Ocean Reef Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any business reason, such as company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets, and could include the registration of this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for the 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 quick and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you apply within standard business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer a response in one hour if you submit your request within standard business time and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of elements to determine your health of the business and the level of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess the health that is your business and the extent of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for the business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, the long the company has been operating and what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful business loans professionals. The experts will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner borrows from an asset they own to get a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders 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, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract), asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.