FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Kingseat Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Kingseat Small Business Loans
Kingseat unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down 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 nearly every business use, including cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Kingseat Business Loans
What is the Larger Kingseat Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost every company use, including company renovations, purchase of 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. It’s by way of charge over assets and can include the registration of this through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay credit that is generally based rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a 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 demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application at quality company timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide the decision within 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer 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 this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours, and let us use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application during normal business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables in order to assess the health that is your company and the extent of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine the health of your business and the level of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the business has been in operation, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to do this please speak to our friendly company loan experts. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is an essential 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 clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner uses assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to get an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access, however we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.