FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Kaiwharawhara Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Kaiwharawhara Small Business Loans
Kaiwharawhara unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Kaiwharawhara Business Loans
What is the Larger Kaiwharawhara Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, and may include registering this through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250K or more it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We may be able to get this done without credit checks 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. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (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 quick and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application during 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 are able to offer a decision within just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply in normal business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for 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 can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of factors that determine your well-being of your company and the extent of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for the company loan, we will assess the risk assessment the company and offer an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the business has been in operation, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loan professionals. They will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner makes use of an asset that they own to obtain the funding. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.