FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Three Kings Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Three Kings Small Business Loans
Three Kings unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business reason, such as managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Three Kings Business Loans
What is the Larger Three Kings Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which 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 that is this large the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly all business need, including company 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 one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, and may include registering this in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could have different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply at standard company timings and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take 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 way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request within normal business time and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of elements for determining what is the health for your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine your well-being of the business and the extent of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company credit, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the business has been in operation for, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loans experts. We will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is crucial and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner uses an asset they own to secure the loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is a personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.