- What is a weekend loan?
- How do weekend loans work?
- Responsible lending
- Eligibility
- Rates and fees
- How to apply for a weekend cash loan
What is a weekend loan?
A weekend loan is a short-term personal loan designed to give you accessible funds right in time for various Saturday and Sunday expenses. Whether you’ve decided on a spontaneous interstate getaway or need to replace some appliances and white goods at home, you can complete an application for a weekend cash loan online on a Friday morning and potentially have the cash in your account by the end of the day.
Instead of letting your budget stall your Friday-to-Sunday plans, you can secure a fast loan early and enjoy your weekend stress-free.
You can use our weekend loans for many purposes, including any of the following:
- Last-minute weekend getaways & road trips.
- Unexpected medical bills and expenses.
- Urgent Saturday/Sunday car repairs to keep you on the road
- Essential dental work that strikes without warning.
- Rental bond payments to secure your next home.
- Associated costs with moving house you might not have budgeted for.
- Making the most of weekend sales or time-sensitive marketplace buys.
- Upfront deposits for weekend family events, celebrations, or birthdays.
When might you need a weekend cash loan?
Unplanned expenses rarely wait for standard business hours; they strike at any time and often without warning. Your car might break down on a Saturday morning, and you need it fixed before work on Monday, or a last-minute weekend trip with friends comes up, and your pay isn’t due for another week. Weekend cash loans from Red Tree Finance are designed for times like these, when unexpected costs land in your lap outside the usual 9-to-5 and you need a fast, flexible way to cover them.
While our assessment team works during standard Monday-to-Friday business hours, you can start your application any time, day or night, including Saturdays and Sundays. That means you’re not stuck waiting until Monday just to get the ball rolling.
How do weekend loans work?
If you have some exciting weekend plans approaching or surprise expenses that come up unexpectedly, but find yourself out of cash, a weekend loan is the perfect solution. It offers a convenient and flexible solution that helps you cover the cost quickly, so you can spend your weekend enjoying your plans.
Apply online in minutes
Our online weekend loan application is simple and secure, with no long forms or unnecessary documents. On average, it takes less than 5 minutes to complete. We’ve streamlined everything so you can get on with your weekend.
Fast 2-hour decisions
At Red Tree Finance, we don’t use any offshore processing centres or computer algorithms. Instead, we will get our Australia-based team of assessors to review your application, and you will receive a decision within the next 2 hours. This means everyone is given a fair go based on their circumstances.
Flexible repayment options
At Red Tree Finance, we offer repayment plans that work with your pay cycle, no matter if it is weekly, fortnightly or monthly. You stay in control, and we’ll align your repayments to suit your income. Easy, simple, and tailored to you.
Although Red Tree Finance doesn’t assess loan applications on weekends, you can apply online 24/7 throughout the week and, if approved, you may have your funds paid in time for the weekend. You can also apply for a loan on the weekend, and our Australian-based assessors will look at your application as soon as possible during standard business hours.
Commitment to responsible lending
Am I eligible to apply for a weekend loan?
You are eligible to apply for a weekend loan in Australia if you meet the following eligibility criteria:
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Are at least 18 years old
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Are you a permanent resident of Australia or valid visa holder
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Own an unencumbered vehicle registered in your name
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Have been employed for at least 3 months
Weekend loan fees and charges
Along with our quick and easy application process, our fees and charges are completely transparent. All the associated expenses for your weekend loan are listed below.
Online cash loan amount
$2,300 - $5,000
Application Fee
$0 (even if your application is not approved)
Standard establishment fee
$400
Other Fees
$20 (included in loan)
Annual Interest
47% (Comparison Rate 65.9%)*
Loan term
12 Months
Flexible repayment options
Weekly, fortnightly or monthly (based on your payday)
Direct debit dishonour fee
$35.00 debit dishonour fee may be issued if a scheduled payment is missed or returned unpaid
How to apply for a weekend cash loan
Simply complete our 100% online application in less than 5 minutes, and you could receive an outcome in as little as 2 hours. It’s as easy as 1-2-3.
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Complete your application online in less than 5 minutes.
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A member of our assessment team will personally review your application.
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Once reviewed, you’ll receive your outcome within two hours of submitting your application.
The information provided here is of a general nature and is provided without considering your specific objectives, financial situation, or needs. It is intended for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as financial, investment, or other professional advice.
Before making any financial decisions or taking action based on the information presented, you are strongly encouraged to assess its appropriateness in light of your individual circumstances. Red Tree Finance does not intend to provide personalised financial advice, and you should seek independent financial, legal, tax, and other relevant advice tailored to your unique situation.
Frequently Asked Questions
See AllWhile you can submit your loan application at any time, including weekends, Red Tree Finance only assesses applications and processes payments on business days. This means if you apply over the weekend, your loan will likely be reviewed and funded on the next available business day. To ensure you have accessible funds in your account by the weekend (subject to your loan being approved), aim to have your application submitted by Friday morning at the latest.
If you apply over the weekend, your application will be placed at the front of the queue for our local assessment team first thing on the next available business day. Your loan will be reviewed, processed, and funded (if approved) as a priority on Monday morning.
You can submit loan applications online at any time, day or night, including weekends. However, loan assessments and approvals are processed during standard business hours. For the best chance of receiving an outcome before the weekend, we recommend submitting your application by Friday morning.
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