FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Kogarah Small Business Loans
Let me know what you think of the Kogarah Small Business Loans
Kogarah unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Kogarah Business Loans
What is the Larger Kogarah Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly all company need, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge against assets and can be registered through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We could be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon 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 you might receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for 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 fast and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $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 of the application, including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard company timings and let us use 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 the decision within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply within standard business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six 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 specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of factors in order to assess how much we can lend you health that is your company and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess your well-being that is your business and the level of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, the long the business has been running as well as whether the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company lending professionals. We will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
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. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner makes use of an asset that they own to make a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access but we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K typically, you will need an individual ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.