FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Kooyong Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Kooyong Small Business Loans
Kooyong unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Kooyong Business Loans
What is the Larger Kooyong Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every company reason, such as business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business 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 for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $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 lending specialist will call you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour if you apply within quality business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to provide the decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements , it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within one hour – provided you apply at standard business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables that determine the health of your business and the level of payments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine the well-being of the company and the level of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
When you make an application for one of our business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, how long the business has been operating for, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay and when, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
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. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loans experts. They’ll offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner makes use of an asset they own to secure the loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.