FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Sherwood Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Sherwood Small Business Loans
Sherwood unsecured loans provides 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 makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Sherwood Business Loans
What is the Larger Sherwood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get 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 income of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (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 can be used to fund almost all company reason, such as business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets, which could also include registration on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will call you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply within quality company times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision within an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements , it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of aspects to determine your health for your company and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine your well-being of your company and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for our company loans, we will assess the risk profile of your business and offer an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the company has been operating as well as whether the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful business loans experts. They’ll provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is vital and is an essential 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 financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner utilises assets they own to secure the loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.