FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Kenepuru Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Kenepuru Small Business Loans
Kenepuru unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business purpose including control of cash flow business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Kenepuru Business Loans
What is the Larger Kenepuru Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost every company need, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against 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 commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails 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 registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an 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 the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply at quality company time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within one hour if you make your application within normal business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables in order to assess the well-being of your company and the extent of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine the well-being that is your company as well as the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful company loan specialists. We will offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is vital and a vital part 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 personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner makes use of an asset they own to secure the funding. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security for a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.