FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Chelsea Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Chelsea Small Business Loans
Chelsea 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.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as cash flow management, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Chelsea Business Loans
What is the Larger Chelsea Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, and may be registered on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard company hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might 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 can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request in standard business time and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide the decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of variables to determine the health of the company as well as the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company and the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
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 of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company is operating in, how long the business has been operating and what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay, and when, starting 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 apply for a loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly business lending specialists. We will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner utilises the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.