FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Redfern Small Business Loans
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Redfern unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest 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 company reason, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Redfern Business Loans
What is the Larger Redfern Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% 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 operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly all business reason, such as company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This is by way of charge against assets and can include the registration of this in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide a response in one hour if you make your application in quality business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply within standard business time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of elements for determining your health for your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the level of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you request the company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and provide an individualised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company has been running for, whether the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loans specialists. They will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payment 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 standard, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner borrows from the assets they have to get the loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access however, we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.