FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Keilor Lodge Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Keilor Lodge Small Business Loans
Keilor Lodge unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply for this 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 available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business purpose including managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Keilor Lodge Business Loans
What is the Larger Keilor Lodge Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
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 a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost every company use, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets, and could include registering this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application during standard business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to offer the decision within just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application within standard business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of factors that determine the well-being for your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine the health for your business as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
When you apply for our business loan, we will assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, the long the business has been operating, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what 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 in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out 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 contact our helpful company lending specialists. We will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner makes use of an asset that they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.