FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Kohimarama Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Kohimarama Small Business Loans
Kohimarama unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company purpose including managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so 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 loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost all company need, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets and can be registered in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$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 from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within one hour if you make your application during standard business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during standard company hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements , it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application at normal business times and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables that determine what is the health for your company and the extent of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for one of our business loans, we will assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the company is in operation and in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business credit professionals. The professionals will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow general, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner uses an asset that they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required upfront to access the money but we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally there is an individual guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.