FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Kangaroo Point Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Kangaroo Point Small Business Loans
Kangaroo Point unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business use, including the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Kangaroo Point Business Loans
What is the Larger Kangaroo Point Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have 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 used for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost all company reason, such as business improvements, purchasing 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 needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets and can include registration in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application at quality company timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply at standard business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements in order to assess your health of your company and the extent of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess the health of the company and the extent of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business credit, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company is in, how long the business has been in operation and whether the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful business loans specialists. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being transparent 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 with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner utilises the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or an company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is means of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you can get personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.