FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Red Hill Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Red Hill Small Business Loans
Red Hill 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 is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company need, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Red Hill Business Loans
What is the Larger Red Hill Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost all business purpose including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request at standard business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide a decision within just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request within normal business timings and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors in order to assess the well-being for your business as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine the health that is your business and the extent of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for one of our business financing, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide an individualised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business is in, how long the business is in operation for, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company lending experts. They will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing 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 company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner utilises an asset that they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is a personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.