FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Kingsgrove Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Kingsgrove Small Business Loans
Kingsgrove unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company purpose including the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Kingsgrove Business Loans
What is the Larger Kingsgrove Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every business reason, such as company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you make your application in quality business timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application in standard business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements for determining the health of the company and the level of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of aspects to assess the well-being of the company as well as the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business is in, how long the business has been operating as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
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. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please call our helpful company loans professionals. They will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is vital and a vital part 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 sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner borrows from the assets they have to secure a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing using the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans 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 the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.