FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Shenton Park Small Business Loans
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Shenton Park unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company use, including cash flow management, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Shenton Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Shenton Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets and can include registration on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may have different conditions.
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 over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request within quality company timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer within just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide a response in one hour – provided you make your application during standard business timings and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to offer an answer within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements in order to assess your health of the business and the level of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we look at a range of aspects to assess your health of your business and the level of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request the company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company is in, how long the business has been in operation and how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loan professionals. They’ll provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is crucial and is an essential aspect 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 protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner utilises the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I need security to get an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access However, we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is an individual ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.