FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Kohimarama Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Kohimarama Small Business Loans
Kohimarama unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including control of cash flow company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Kohimarama Business Loans
What is the Larger Kohimarama Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any business purpose including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, and could include registering this in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could have different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within one hour if you apply during standard company hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account statements , it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request within normal business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer the decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors for determining how much we can lend you well-being of your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
When you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine the health that is your company and the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the company has been in operation as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (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 with without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to do this please call our helpful business loan specialists. They’ll provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and a vital aspect 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 sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner makes use of the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.