FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Koondoola Small Business Loans
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Koondoola unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business purpose including control of cash flow business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Koondoola Business Loans
What is the Larger Koondoola Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any company use, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, which could also include registration through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (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 simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request at quality business hours and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statement, 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 an answer within one hour if you submit your request at normal business hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you well-being for your business as well as the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine your health that is your company and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you apply for our company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is in, how long the business has been in operation as well as how long the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business lending specialists. They will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, 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 use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner makes use of an asset that they own to make the funding. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing using the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.