FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Kedron Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Kedron Small Business Loans
Kedron unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business use, including managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Kedron Business Loans
What is the Larger Kedron Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost every business reason, such as company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets and can include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated 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 permits the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you make your application at standard business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, 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 one hour – as long as you submit your request at standard business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects for determining the well-being that is your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the level of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you apply for one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the company has been running as well as in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful business credit specialists. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner makes use of an asset they own to make the funding. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money however, we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.