FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Kenmore Hills Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Kenmore Hills Small Business Loans
Kenmore Hills unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company use, including managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Kenmore Hills Business Loans
What is the Larger Kenmore Hills Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, and could be registered with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request within standard business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision in just the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you make your application at standard business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of factors to determine the well-being that is your business and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of variables to assess your well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for our business loan, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, the long the business is in operation, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company credit experts. The experts will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner utilises an asset they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money but we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need a personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.