FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Kalamunda Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Kalamunda Small Business Loans
Kalamunda unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company need, such as managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Kalamunda Business Loans
What is the Larger Kalamunda Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with 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 which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all company need, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets, and may include registration on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans that exceeds $250,000 it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details 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 twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request at quality business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to provide the decision within one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within one hour – provided you make your application within standard business hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects in order to assess your health of your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess your well-being of your company and the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you request the company loans, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business has been operating and what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful business lending professionals. They’ll offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being transparent about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money but we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.