FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Redfern Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Redfern Small Business Loans
Redfern unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business need, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Redfern Business Loans
What is the Larger Redfern Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your business needs to be 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) over 18 years 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 utilised?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost any business need, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets, and may include registration with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is generally based rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will call you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within one hour if you make your application in standard business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system 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 in just one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request within normal business time and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of aspects that determine your health for your business and the level of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of factors to determine your health of your company and the extent of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for the company financing, we will assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various 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 business is operating in, how long the company is in operation, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loans specialists. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner utilises an asset they own to get the funding. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money However, we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.