FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Kohimarama Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Kohimarama Small Business Loans
Kohimarama unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business use, including the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Kohimarama Business Loans
What is the Larger Kohimarama Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any company need, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets, which could also include registration with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be on different terms.
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 over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within an hour if you apply during standard company times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during standard company hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request at normal business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to provide an answer in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be able to offer the 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 specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine what is the well-being for your business and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of elements to assess the well-being of your company and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business operates in, how long the business has been running as well as in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful business loans specialists. We will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term “asset-based” refers to borrowing where the business owner makes use of an asset that they own to make the funding. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access however, we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.