FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Kings Park Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Kings Park Small Business Loans
Kings Park unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business need, such as cash flow management, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Kings Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Kings Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used for almost every business purpose including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, 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 needed to access funding over $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets and can be registered in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request within standard company times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request in normal business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of aspects that determine your well-being that is your business and the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business as well as the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company credit, we will assess the risk profile of your business and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business is in, how long the company has been operating as well as what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly company credit specialists. We will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner utilises assets they own to secure the funding. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I need security to secure a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds but we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally, you can get personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.