FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Kooyong Small Business Loans
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Kooyong unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Kooyong Business Loans
What is the Larger Kooyong Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all business purpose including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge on assets, and could include registration through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to make the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (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 complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you apply in quality company time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request at standard 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 opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects in order to assess the health of the business and the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your company as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, the long the company has been operating, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please contact our helpful company loans professionals. They’ll offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and secure 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 use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner uses an asset they own to get the funding. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or an business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need 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 do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.