FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Kelburn Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Kelburn Small Business Loans
Kelburn unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company need, such as the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Kelburn Business Loans
What is the Larger Kelburn Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be 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 to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost every company purpose including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge against assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application at standard business time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision within just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply at normal business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine what is the well-being of the business and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine your well-being that is your company and the level of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide an individualised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, how long the company has been operating as well as what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loan experts. They will offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner makes use of an asset they own to make a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.