FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Keilor Downs Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Keilor Downs Small Business Loans
Keilor Downs unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business reason, such as the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Keilor Downs Business Loans
What is the Larger Keilor Downs Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% 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, your business needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost any business need, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets, which could also include registering this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 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 simple and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as 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 need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply at standard business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request within normal business hours and allow us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables that determine the health for your company and the extent of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine your well-being of your business and the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business loan, we will assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, the long the company has been operating as well as what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly company lending specialists. They will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner uses the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required before you are able to access the money However, we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.