FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Upper Kedon Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Upper Kedon Small Business Loans
Upper Kedon unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and the money 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 cash-based loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Upper Kedon Business Loans
What is the Larger Upper Kedon 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 term fixed up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost every business use, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge over assets, and could include registering this in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within one hour if you make your application at standard business time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once 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 particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application during normal business time and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements for determining how much we can lend you well-being of your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess your well-being for your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for one of our business credit, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company is in, how long the business has been running, how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful company lending specialists. They will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.