FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Kingseat Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Kingseat Small Business Loans
Kingseat unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business need, such as control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Kingseat Business Loans
What is the Larger Kingseat Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly every company purpose including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory or 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 needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision 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 some financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$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 to $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application during standard company hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision within 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application at standard business time and you allow us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects to determine what is the well-being for your business as well as the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine the health of the company and the level of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the business has been operating as well as whether the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company lending experts. They’ll provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner borrows from the assets they have to secure a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or an company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you are able to get a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.