FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Shelly Park Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Shelly Park Small Business Loans
Shelly Park unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Shelly Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Shelly Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. You must be 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 demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, which could also include registration through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for 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 fast and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide a response in one hour if you apply during quality business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide the decision in as little as an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you make your application in normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects that determine how much we can lend you health of the company and the level of repayments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine your health of your business and the extent of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company credit, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a tailored offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company is in, how long the business has been running as well as whether the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company credit professionals. The professionals will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner borrows from an asset that they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is an individual guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.