FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Kilbirnie Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Kilbirnie Small Business Loans
Kilbirnie unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including control of cash flow business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Kilbirnie Business Loans
What is the Larger Kilbirnie Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly all company purpose including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory or 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 access funding over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, which could also be registered on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a business 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 a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request in quality company timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide a response in one hour if you make your application at normal business times and let us use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of elements in order to assess your health of your business and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess your well-being of your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for one of our company financing, we will assess the risk profile of your company and provide an individualised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the company has been in operation for, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional 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 with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business credit specialists. We will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
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. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and a vital part 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 secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner uses assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.