FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Red Hill Small Business Loans
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Red Hill unsecured loans offers amounts of 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 this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business purpose including control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Red Hill Business Loans
What is the Larger Red Hill Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly all business purpose including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This is by way of charge against assets, and could include registration with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
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 goods or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 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 bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you make your application in standard business times and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision in as little as one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within one hour – provided you apply at standard business hours and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine your health of your business and the level of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we look at a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a tailored offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the company has been operating as well as what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up 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.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loans professionals. They will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner utilises the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or a company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract), asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.