FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Shelly Park Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Shelly Park Small Business Loans
Shelly Park unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business purpose including cash flow management, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Shelly Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Shelly Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to be trading 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 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost every business reason, such as business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
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, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application in standard company times and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application within standard business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of elements in order to assess what is the well-being of your business and the level of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the extent of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you request the business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business is in, how long the business has been in operation for, how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and when, 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 without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company loans professionals. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner borrows from the assets they have to secure the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security for a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.