FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Seaview Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Seaview Small Business Loans
Seaview unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company use, including the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Seaview Business Loans
What is the Larger Seaview Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated 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 business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all business purpose including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, which could also be registered on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated 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 the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request at quality company hours and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour – provided you make your application at standard business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can 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 provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of variables for determining how much we can lend you well-being of the company and the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
When you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to determine your health of the company and the amount of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to request our business financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is in, how long the business has been operating as well as what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loans professionals. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is crucial and is a crucial element 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 financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner uses assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, you can get a personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.