FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Kewdale Small Business Loans
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Kewdale unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Kewdale Business Loans
What is the Larger Kewdale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all company purpose including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify 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 evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application during quality business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once 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 on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you apply within normal business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine what is the well-being that is your company as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to assess the health for your business as well as the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for one of our business credit, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company is in, how long the business is in operation for, how long the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company credit professionals. They will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is vital and is a crucial aspect 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 sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner utilises an asset they own to get the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to secure a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is a personal ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.