FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Shelley Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Shelley Small Business Loans
Shelley unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business purpose including managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Shelley Business Loans
What is the Larger Shelley Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as 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 required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets, and may include registering this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be subject to different terms.
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 at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application during quality company time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide a response in one hour, provided you apply during normal business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of variables in order to assess the health for your business and the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of factors to determine the health of your company and the level of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for the business loans, we will assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful company lending professionals. They’ll provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential element 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 sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner uses an asset they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money, however we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.