FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Kingsland Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Kingsland Small Business Loans
Kingsland unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company use, including control of cash flow company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Kingsland Business Loans
What is the Larger Kingsland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan is a great option for almost all business need, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets and can include the registration of this through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been 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 that is registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within one hour if you make your application during standard business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer the decision in just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer a response in one hour – provided you submit your request at standard business hours and allow us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables for determining your health of your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health for your business and the amount of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
When you request business loans with us company credit, we will assess the risk assessment the company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business is in, how long the business has been running and how long the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company lending specialists. The experts will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure 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 use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner uses an asset that they own to get the funding. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or a business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to get an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.