FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Seaford Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Seaford Small Business Loans
Seaford unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business use, including managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Seaford Business Loans
What is the Larger Seaford Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. It is necessary to 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all business purpose including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by way of charge on assets, which could also include registering this in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim against 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 ease 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 that includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply at standard business time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application at standard business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of factors for determining your health of the business and the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of variables to assess your well-being that is your business and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for the business loans, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide an individualised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the business has been running, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company lending specialists. They will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is crucial and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner utilises an asset that they own to get the funding. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for an business loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.