FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Keilor Lodge Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Keilor Lodge Small Business Loans
Keilor Lodge unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Keilor Lodge Business Loans
What is the Larger Keilor Lodge Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost any business use, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business lender is not able 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 lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of $250K or more it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may have different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details 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, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request during standard business times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application at normal business timings and allow us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables that determine how much we can lend you well-being of your business and the level of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess the health that is your business and the amount of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for and the sector the business operates in, how long the company has been operating for, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful business loan experts. They will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner utilises an asset they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access, however we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.