FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Kenwick Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Kenwick Small Business Loans
Kenwick unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company use, including managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Kenwick Business Loans
What is the Larger Kenwick Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets and can be registered on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may 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 prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour if you make your application during standard business times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within just the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard company hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account 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 money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour if you make your application during normal business time and let us use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 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 on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of factors for determining what is the health of the business and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we look at a range of elements to assess your well-being of your business and the level of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A business 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 basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation for, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loan specialists. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is a crucial aspect 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 information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner utilises the assets they have to make the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally there is personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.