FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Kangaroo Point Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Kangaroo Point Small Business Loans
Kangaroo Point unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest 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?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including control of cash flow company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Kangaroo Point Business Loans
What is the Larger Kangaroo Point Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets and can include registering this in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a 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 demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request during standard business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply in standard business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to provide the decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of factors for determining what is the well-being of the company and the extent of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess your health that is your business and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request the business loan, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, the long the company is in operation and what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful business credit experts. They’ll offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner makes use of an asset they own to make the loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I need security to get an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you can get a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.