FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Kallangur Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Kallangur Small Business Loans
Kallangur unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Kallangur Business Loans
What is the Larger Kallangur Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all business purpose including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets, which could also include registration in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you make your application in standard company hours and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide a response in one hour – provided you submit your request within normal business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being that is your business and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess your health for your company and the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for our company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a tailored offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, the long the business is in operation and in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please speak to our friendly company loan specialists. We will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is vital and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner uses assets they own to make a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract), asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.