FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Kingseat Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Kingseat Small Business Loans
Kingseat unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Kingseat Business Loans
What is the Larger Kingseat Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all company reason, such as company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets and can include registration in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may have different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision in just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you apply within normal business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors for determining the well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess the well-being of your company and the extent of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us company credit, we will assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the business has been in operation for, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loan experts. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is crucial and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner makes use of assets they own to secure the loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I require security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.