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 of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business need, such as managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the 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 company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all business need, including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by taking a charge on assets and can include registration in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (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 process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request within quality business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide a response in one hour – provided you submit your request within normal business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of variables that determine the well-being that is your business and the extent of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine your well-being for your business and the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request business loans with us business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, the long the company is in operation as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and when, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business lending experts. The specialists will offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and a vital 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner utilises an asset they own to make a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access, however we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally there is a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.