FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Kent Town Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Kent Town Small Business Loans
Kent Town unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business use, including control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Kent Town Business Loans
What is the Larger Kent Town Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your business must belong to 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 to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every business reason, such as business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, and could include registering this through 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 specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide the legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (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 easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide a response in one hour if you make your application in standard business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide the decision in just 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. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 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 check your bank’s information online. If you upload copies of your bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply within standard business time and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements it may take 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 particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine your health of your business and the level of payments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
If you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business and the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a tailored offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the business has been running as well as how long the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest 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 with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful company credit specialists. The professionals will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is crucial and is an essential part 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 sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner makes use of an asset that they own to get the loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.