FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Shorncliffe Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Shorncliffe Small Business Loans
Shorncliffe unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Shorncliffe Business Loans
What is the Larger Shorncliffe Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every company use, including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
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 goods or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can 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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a 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 within a couple minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with 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 require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 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 as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application within standard company hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly 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 cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within an hour if you make your application at standard business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of factors for determining your health for your company and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess the health for your business and the extent of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you make an application for the business loans, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating for, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
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 choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loans experts. They will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner utilises the assets they have to get the loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money however, we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally there is a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.