FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Shamrock Park Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Shamrock Park Small Business Loans
Shamrock Park unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Shamrock Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Shamrock Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost all company use, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets, and may include the registration of this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for 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 registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged 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 applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request at quality business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once 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 particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request during normal business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements for determining what is the health of the business and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health for your company and the level of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you request the company loan, we will assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business is in, how long the business has been running, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loan specialists. We will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner makes use of an asset that they own to secure the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money however, we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150K generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.