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 provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get this 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 are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business use, including control of cash flow business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About 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 between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost every business need, including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets, and could include registration in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We could be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply within standard business hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide the decision within just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you apply at normal business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors that determine your well-being that is your company and the amount of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the business and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you make an application for our company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company is in operation and whether the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business lending specialists. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow general, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner utilises the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally, you are able to get a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.