FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Upper Kedon Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Upper Kedon Small Business Loans
Upper Kedon unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company need, such as managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Upper Kedon Business Loans
What is the Larger Upper Kedon Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used for almost any business need, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets and can include registering this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six 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 or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced 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 License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you apply in standard company hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements , it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application during standard business hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide the decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine your health of your business as well as the amount of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the company as well as the amount of payments 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.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business is operating in, how long the business has been in operation as well as in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company lending experts. They will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner utilises an asset that they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security for an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money however, we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.