FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Shalvey Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Shalvey Small Business Loans
Shalvey unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Shalvey Business Loans
What is the Larger Shalvey Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every business need, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge over assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request during quality business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application in standard business times and allow us to utilise 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 are able to provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements for determining the health for your company and the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine the well-being of the business and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the business has been running as well as what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of 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 loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly business lending professionals. They will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner utilises the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I need security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.