FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Kew East Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Kew East Small Business Loans
Kew East unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company need, such as control of cash flow company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Kew East Business Loans
What is the Larger Kew East Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 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 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost any business reason, such as company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, and could include the registration of this with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated 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 permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We may be able to apply for this 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 well-being questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application in quality business hours and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer an answer in just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request within standard business time and permit us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide the decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload documents from your account statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects in order to assess what is the health for your business and the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your company as well as the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for one of our business loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating as well as what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loans professionals. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is vital and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner uses an asset that they own to get the funding. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you are able to get personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.