FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Kooyong Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Kooyong Small Business Loans
Kooyong unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
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 in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Kooyong Business Loans
What is the Larger Kooyong Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be 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 the funding be used for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost any business purpose including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge over assets, which could also include registration through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request in standard company timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in just the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during normal company hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application in standard business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of factors for determining your well-being for your company and the level of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess the well-being of your company and the level of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you request one of our business credit, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the business has been operating for, how long the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful company credit specialists. They will offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is vital and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner utilises the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or an business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally, you can get personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.