FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Kingswood Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Kingswood Small Business Loans
Kingswood unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company need, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Kingswood Business Loans
What is the Larger Kingswood 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 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost all company need, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets, which could also include registering this with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to pay back 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 items or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (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 fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business timings and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision within the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request during normal business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of factors for determining the well-being of the company and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess the health of the company and the extent of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
When you request business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide an individualised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company has been in operation for, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loan specialists. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is vital and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner makes use of assets they own to get the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.