FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Keilor Lodge Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Keilor Lodge Small Business Loans
Keilor Lodge unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as control of cash flow business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Keilor Lodge Business Loans
What is the Larger Keilor Lodge 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 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all business reason, such as business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out 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 process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an company 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)
- must show at least six months of business (for the 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 loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on 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 current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application during standard business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal company hours, and let us use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – provided you apply during normal business times and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine your well-being of the company as well as the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the extent of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company credit, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide an individualised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation and how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please call our helpful business loans experts. The specialists will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and an integral 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner borrows from an asset they own to make the funding. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access but we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.