FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Kenepuru Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Kenepuru Small Business Loans
Kenepuru unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Kenepuru Business Loans
What is the Larger Kenepuru Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used for almost all company use, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets and can be registered with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans that exceeds $250,000 it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is 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 financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within one hour if you make your application during standard business timings and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within one hour if you make your application within normal business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors that determine your health for your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to assess the health of your company and the level of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for the company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company 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 sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with 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 request a credit loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loan specialists. The professionals will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect 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 make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner utilises assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or an business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I require security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.