FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Kew Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Kew Small Business Loans
Kew unsecured loans provides amounts of 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.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company need, such as managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Kew Business Loans
What is the Larger Kew 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 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all company use, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment 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 to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets, which could also be registered on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may 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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as 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 IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request at standard business times and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer within 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements , it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects for determining your health of your company and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess the health for your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
When you request our company financing, we will assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, the long the business has been operating as well as whether the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loans specialists. They will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is crucial and is a crucial 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 sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to 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 company owner uses assets they own to secure a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is means of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to get a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access However, we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.