FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Kippa-Ring Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Kippa-Ring Small Business Loans
Kippa-Ring unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company purpose including the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Kippa-Ring Business Loans
What is the Larger Kippa-Ring Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over 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 calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any business use, including business renovations, to purchase 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 needed for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge against assets, which could also be registered on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans of more than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour if you apply during standard company hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer in just 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you send us copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour – provided you apply in standard business time and let us use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of aspects for determining how much we can lend you well-being for your company and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess the well-being of your company as well as the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for our business financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and provide an individualised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the business has been in operation, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful business credit specialists. They’ll provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner utilises assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to get a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money, however we do need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.