FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Seaview Small Business Loans
Tell me more about 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 can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company purpose including managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Seaview Business Loans
What is the Larger Seaview Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost any business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, and could be registered on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to repay 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 registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans that is greater than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We may be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for a 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 simple and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $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 twelve months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request during standard business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer the decision within the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard company hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application within standard business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining how much we can lend you health for your business and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine the health that is your business as well as the amount of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a tailored offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the business has been running, how long the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding 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 without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly company lending specialists. They will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being transparent about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is vital and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner utilises an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money but we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you are able to get the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.