FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Red Hill Small Business Loans
Let me know more about 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 and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business use, including managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used 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 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate 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% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly all business reason, such as company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of more than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application during standard company timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision in just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application within standard business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of variables in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being that is your business and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
When you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine your well-being that is your business and the amount of payments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, how long the business has been operating for, whether the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loan experts. They’ll provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and is a crucial 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 personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner utilises assets they own to get a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to get an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.