FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Kirrawee Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Kirrawee Small Business Loans
Kirrawee unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including control of cash flow business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Kirrawee Business Loans
What is the Larger Kirrawee Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets and can include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request in standard business timings and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer the decision within just one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your 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 within 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request at normal business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your business and the extent of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess the health for your business and the extent of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
When you request our business loan, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the company has been operating and whether the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall 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’ll need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business credit professionals. They will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of 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 techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner utilises an asset they own to make the funding. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required before you are able to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is an individual ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.