FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Shelly Park Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Shelly Park Small Business Loans
Shelly Park unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company purpose including control of cash flow business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Shelly Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Shelly Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost every business use, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets, and may include registration with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company 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 prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply in quality business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statement, 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, provided you apply at standard business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of variables in order to assess the health that is your company and the extent of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the extent of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for our business loans, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer an individualised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the company has been operating as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra 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 no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loan professionals. They’ll offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard 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 make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner uses an asset that they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or a company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Are I require security for an business loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security in the form an asset charge.