FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Shorncliffe Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Shorncliffe Small Business Loans
Shorncliffe unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business use, including managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Shorncliffe Business Loans
What is the Larger Shorncliffe Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost all business use, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, and may include registering this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits 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 that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We could be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could have 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 18 years or older, own 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 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application within standard business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours, and let us use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request at normal business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine what is the health that is your company and the extent of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for our business financing, we will assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a tailored offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the company has been in operation as well as what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged 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 in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business credit experts. They’ll offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner uses assets they own to secure a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.