FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Kingsgrove Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Kingsgrove Small Business Loans
Kingsgrove unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company purpose including cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Kingsgrove Business Loans
What is the Larger Kingsgrove Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. 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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost every business need, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for 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 document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
The 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 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request at standard business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within one hour if you make your application during standard business times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of factors for determining the health that is your company and the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of your company and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you request the business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the company is in operation and in the event that the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please speak to our friendly business loan experts. We will provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect 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 use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner makes use of assets they own to secure the funding. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get an individual ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.