FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Kingseat Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Kingseat Small Business Loans
Kingseat unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Kingseat Business Loans
What is the Larger Kingseat Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We may be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request during quality business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer within an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 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 on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within an hour – provided you make your application within standard business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision within one 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 within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of factors for determining the health that is your business and the extent of payments your business 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 certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine the health for your company and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business loans, we will assess the risk profile of your company and provide an individualised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company is in, how long the company is in operation as well as in the event that the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with 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. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly company lending specialists. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship 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 as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner utilises an asset they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or a company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required before you are able to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.