FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Kelburn Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Kelburn Small Business Loans
Kelburn unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company need, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Kelburn Business Loans
What is the Larger Kelburn Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost every business purpose including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory 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 required to access funding over $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets, and may include registration on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails 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 the assets or goods). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. It is possible to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application during quality company time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply in standard business timings and let us use the 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 a decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining your well-being for your company and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your company and the level of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the business has been in operation for, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a 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 earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful business lending specialists. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount 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 protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner utilises assets they own to obtain the funding. 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 majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.