FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Kingseat Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Kingseat Small Business Loans
Kingseat unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company need, such as managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Kingseat Business Loans
What is the Larger Kingseat Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost every company use, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets, and could include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. It is possible to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your 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 of credit or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll 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: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year 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 usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request at quality business times and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer a decision in just an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you apply in standard business times and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects to determine what is the well-being that is your company and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess your well-being of your business and the level of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you request our business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company has been running as well as how long the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful business loan experts. They’ll offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being upfront about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is vital 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 standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner uses assets they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to get a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access however, we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.