FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Redbank Plains Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Redbank Plains Small Business Loans
Redbank Plains unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $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 what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Redbank Plains Business Loans
What is the Larger Redbank Plains Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large company loan is a great option for almost all company reason, such as company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document 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 of more than $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We might be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application in quality business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision within an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request in standard business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables for determining how much we can lend you well-being of your company and the amount of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine your well-being that is your business and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, the long the business has been in operation and how long the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful business credit professionals. They’ll offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of huge importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner borrows from an asset they own to get a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money but we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally there is personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.