FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Seaview Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Seaview Small Business Loans
Seaview unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, 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 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 company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. 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 minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly all company purpose including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as 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 required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour if you apply during quality business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer within one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload documents from your account statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour – provided you apply in standard business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer the decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of factors that determine what is the health of the company and the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business and the level of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for our company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, how long the business has been running as well as in the event that the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful business lending experts. The professionals will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is an essential part 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 personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner uses an asset that they own to obtain a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or an company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is a personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.