FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Kenepuru Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Kenepuru Small Business Loans
Kenepuru unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business reason, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Kenepuru Business Loans
What is the Larger Kenepuru 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 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. It is necessary to 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge on assets and can include registering this with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply at standard business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer a decision within just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal company hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within an hour – provided you make your application within normal business timings and 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 bank statements, we’ll be able to provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables in order to assess the health for your company and the extent of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine the health that is your company and the level of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the company has been running as well as what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful company lending professionals. They will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow general, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and a vital 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 standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company 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 it could be a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.