FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Kirrawee Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Kirrawee Small Business Loans
Kirrawee unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business use, including managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Kirrawee Business Loans
What is the Larger Kirrawee Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. You must be 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 minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost any business reason, such as business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, and may be registered on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans that is greater than $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could have different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a business 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for a 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 fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request at quality business hours and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request within normal business hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects that determine how much we can lend you health of your company and the extent of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we look at a range of factors to determine your health of your business and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you request our company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a tailored offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the company has been running as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved 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% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company loans specialists. They’ll provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner borrows from assets they own to get the funding. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.