FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Seaholm Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Seaholm Small Business Loans
Seaholm unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every 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 reasons.
Concerning Larger Seaholm Business Loans
What is the Larger Seaholm Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any business use, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge on assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal 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 business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply within standard company times and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request in standard business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors that determine how much we can lend you health for your company and the level of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess the well-being of the business and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
When you request business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide an individualised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the business has been operating as well as how long the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
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.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company credit specialists. The specialists will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner utilises an asset that they own to get the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required before you are able to access the money but we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.