FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Seaview Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Seaview Small Business Loans
Seaview unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business need, such as control of cash flow business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Seaview Business Loans
What is the Larger Seaview Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost every company purpose including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as 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 to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets and can include registering this on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans of more than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (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 a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you apply in quality company timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to provide the decision in as little as 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request at standard business hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to determine what is the well-being of your company and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess the well-being of your company and the extent of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to request one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company has been operating for, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful business lending experts. They’ll offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner uses assets they own to secure the funding. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.