FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Kensington Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Kensington Small Business Loans
Kensington unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company purpose including control of cash flow business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Kensington Business Loans
What is the Larger Kensington Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost all business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer a response in one hour if you apply during standard company time and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide the decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you make your application in normal business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your business and the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess your health that is your business and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you request one of our company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and provide an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loans professionals. The specialists will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner makes use of assets they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, you are able to get personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.