FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Kingsland Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Kingsland Small Business Loans
Kingsland unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company need, such as managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Kingsland Business Loans
What is the Larger Kingsland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to 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 to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost all company purpose including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, which could also include registering this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We might be able to do this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible 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)
- you must prove at least 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. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application at standard company hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within one hour, provided you apply in normal business times and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve 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 within just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements that determine how much we can lend you well-being for your business and the amount of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess the well-being of the business and the level of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business operates in, the long the business is in operation and in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business lending experts. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is crucial and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner uses assets they own to obtain a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security for a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required before you are able to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get a personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.