FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Kelburn Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Kelburn Small Business Loans
Kelburn unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business purpose including managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Kelburn Business Loans
What is the Larger Kelburn Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost any company use, including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is by way of charge against assets, which could also be registered in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to make the process. We could be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $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: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application during quality company times and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request during standard business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements that determine what is the health of your company and the extent of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to determine the health of the company and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for the business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a tailored offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, how long the business has been running as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful company lending experts. We will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to 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 payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner makes use of assets they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.