FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Seatoun Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Seatoun Small Business Loans
Seatoun unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company use, including the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Seatoun Business Loans
What is the Larger Seatoun Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used for almost any company purpose including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge on assets, and could be registered in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a 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 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request in quality business times and let us utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer a response in one hour – provided you submit your request at normal business hours and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method would be 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 choose to send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to determine your well-being that is your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your business and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you make an application for our company loans, we will assess the risk profile for your company and offer an individualised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company is in, how long the company has been in operation and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, 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 are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business credit experts. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow general, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner utilises the assets they have to secure a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Should I require security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.