FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Redcliffe Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Redcliffe Small Business Loans
Redcliffe unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Redcliffe Business Loans
What is the Larger Redcliffe Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge on assets, and could include registration in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated 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 preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for the 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 simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer a response in 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 choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer in as little as an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during standard company hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a variety of factors to determine what is the well-being that is your company as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine the well-being of your company and the level of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request one of our company credit, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, the long the business has been operating, how long the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up 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 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful business loans specialists. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner utilises an asset that they own to secure a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, 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.
Should I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.