FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Kingsland Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Kingsland Small Business Loans
Kingsland unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company need, such as the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Kingsland Business Loans
What is the Larger Kingsland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost every business purpose including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge against assets, which could also include registration in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We may be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may have different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own 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 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application at standard business hours and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request in standard business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer an answer within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statement, 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 particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors to determine what is the well-being for your company and the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess the well-being that is your business and the level of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business operates in, the long the business has been in operation and whether the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company 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 long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful business credit professionals. We will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial element 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 financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner borrows from an asset that they own to obtain the funding. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is a way of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access However, we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.