FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Kenthurst Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Kenthurst Small Business Loans
Kenthurst unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Kenthurst Business Loans
What is the Larger Kenthurst Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We could be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll 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: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request during standard company times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer within the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request during standard business time and you allow us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables for determining how much we can lend you health that is your business and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine your well-being for your company and the level of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a tailored offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, the long the company has been running and in the event that the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please speak to our friendly company loan specialists. We will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly confirm 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 is when the business owner utilises an asset they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money but we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans over $150K generally, there is an individual guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.