FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Chelsea Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Chelsea Small Business Loans
Chelsea unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, such as control of cash flow company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as 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 of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used for almost any company use, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available 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, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also 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 – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, 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 summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request at standard company timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within one hour if you make your application in normal business times and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to offer an answer in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of elements to determine what is the well-being that is your business and the level of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for the company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company is in operation and how long the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loans specialists. They’ll provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow general, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of huge importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner utilises the assets they have to get the loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is a personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.