FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Red Hill Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Red Hill Small Business Loans
Red Hill unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company purpose including control of cash flow business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Red Hill Business Loans
What is the Larger Red Hill Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover 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 the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost any business purpose including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This is in the form of a charge on assets, and may include registering this in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to repay 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 registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible 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 of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require 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 – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application during quality business hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer a decision within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request within normal business hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of variables that determine how much we can lend you health for your company and the extent of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of your company and the extent of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request our company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company is in, how long the business has been operating for, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for 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 early?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loan professionals. We will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner uses an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. For loans over $150,000 generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.