FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Kurnell Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Kurnell Small Business Loans
Kurnell unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including control of cash flow company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Kurnell Business Loans
What is the Larger Kurnell Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for almost every company purpose including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets and can include registering this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (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 process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application during quality business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision within just 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply at normal business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little 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 look at a variety of aspects to determine what is the health that is your company and the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of factors to determine the well-being that is your business and the level of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, how long the company has been in operation as well as how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly company credit specialists. They will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner uses assets they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.