FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Karnup Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Karnup Small Business Loans
Karnup unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as cash flow management, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Karnup Business Loans
What is the Larger Karnup Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request within quality business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision within just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have 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. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request within normal business hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of variables in order to assess your well-being 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 for your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we look at a range of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health for your company and the extent of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for our business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the business has been in operation as well as what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please contact our helpful business loan specialists. The specialists will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner utilises assets they own to get the loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or an company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I require security for an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get personal ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.