FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Chelmer Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Chelmer Small Business Loans
Chelmer unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as cash flow management, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Chelmer Business Loans
What is the Larger Chelmer Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all business use, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge over assets, and could be registered on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans that is greater than $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We might be able to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request during standard company times and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal company hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request during standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide an answer in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you health that is your company and the level of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to assess your well-being that is your company and the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer an individualised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business is in, how long the business is in operation and in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved 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 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful business credit specialists. They will offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial 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 secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner uses an asset they own to get a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money However, we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.