FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Korokoro Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Korokoro Small Business Loans
Korokoro unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company use, including cash flow management, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Korokoro Business Loans
What is the Larger Korokoro Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all company purpose including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge against assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans that exceeds $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within one hour if you apply at quality company times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision in just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer a response in one hour – provided you make your application during normal business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of aspects that determine your health for your business and the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as health that is your company and the extent of the repayments your company 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?
When you request our company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, the long the business has been operating and how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding 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 absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please contact our helpful company lending experts. They’ll offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is crucial and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner makes use of assets they own to make the loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.