FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Kingsland Small Business Loans
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Kingsland unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business use, including control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Kingsland Business Loans
What is the Larger Kingsland 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 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all company use, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request in quality business times and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request within normal business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of elements in order to assess the well-being of your business and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of factors to determine the health of your company and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a tailored offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company has been running, whether the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful company loan experts. The professionals will offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner borrows from an asset that they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you can get a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.