FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Kangaroo Ground Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Kangaroo Ground Small Business Loans
Kangaroo Ground unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business use, including the management 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 for personal use.
About the Larger Kangaroo Ground Business Loans
What is the Larger Kangaroo Ground Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every company use, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets and can include registration on 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 security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for 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 quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will call you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request during standard company timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard company hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload documents from your account statements , it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you apply within standard business hours and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of factors for determining the health of your company and the extent of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine your well-being of your company and the level of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you request the business loan, we will assess the risk profile of your business and offer an individualised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the business has been running as well as how long the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company credit professionals. They will offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to get a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money However, we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally there is an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.