FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Seaview Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Seaview Small Business Loans
Seaview unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including control of cash flow company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Seaview Business Loans
What is the Larger Seaview Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, 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) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost every company reason, such as company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets, and could include registering this on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification 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 need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request within quality business timings and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer within 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request at standard business timings and you allow us to 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 a decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of variables to determine your health of the business and the amount of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the extent of repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, how long the company has been running and whether the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to do this please talk to one of our helpful business credit professionals. They will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner utilises an asset that they own to obtain the funding. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need an individual ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.