FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Kingston Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Kingston Small Business Loans
Kingston unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as control of cash flow company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Kingston Business Loans
What is the Larger Kingston Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
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 generate an annual revenue of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost all business purpose including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets and can include registration on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a company 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 business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply during standard business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you apply within normal business hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take 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 within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects for determining your health that is your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your company and the extent of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request one of our company loans, we will assess the risk profile the company and provide an individualised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, the long the company is in operation, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business lending experts. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner utilises an asset that they own to get the funding. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you can get an individual ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.