FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Shanes Park Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Shanes Park Small Business Loans
Shanes Park unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company purpose including managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Shanes Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Shanes Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The 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?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. 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 of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost all company need, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets, and may include registering this on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be based on 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 the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application during quality business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables in order to assess the health that is your company and the extent of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to assess the well-being of your business and the level of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for the company loan, we will assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company is in, how long the business has been in operation as well as in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up 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% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful business lending professionals. The professionals will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner makes use of an asset that they own to make a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. 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 financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I need security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.