FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Koondoola Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Koondoola Small Business Loans
Koondoola unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Koondoola Business Loans
What is the Larger Koondoola Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost every business use, including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets, which could also be registered on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the 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 quick and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application at standard business timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer an answer within just the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during normal company hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour – provided you submit your request during standard business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you upload documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of aspects in order to assess your health that is your company and the level of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine the well-being of the company and the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our business credit, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a tailored offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated 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 loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loans specialists. We will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner utilises an asset they own to make a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee 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 making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.