FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Kingsley Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Kingsley Small Business Loans
Kingsley unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business need, such as cash flow management, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Kingsley Business Loans
What is the Larger Kingsley 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 fixed-term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any company reason, such as business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal 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 larger company loans that exceeds $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 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 of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request within quality business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during normal company hours, and let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer a response in one hour if you apply at normal business time and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once 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 circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors for determining what is the well-being of the company and the level of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine the well-being for your business and the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company loan, we will assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, how long the company has been operating as well as what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of 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 the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly company lending professionals. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner borrows from an asset they own to get the funding. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K generally there is personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.