FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Redland Bay Small Business Loans
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Redland Bay unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest 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 business need, such as the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Redland Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Redland Bay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all company purpose including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets and can include the registration of this through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to re-pay 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 objects or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a 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 Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application during quality business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to offer an answer within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you apply in standard business times and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you well-being of the company as well as the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your company and the extent of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to request one of our business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for and the sector the business operates in, how long the company is in operation for, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business credit experts. We will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner borrows from an asset that they own to get a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it is a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you are able to get personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.