FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
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 between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as 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. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly any business need, including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory, 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 required for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to re-pay 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 which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed 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 $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you apply within quality business hours and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application within normal business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables that determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your business and the level of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of elements to determine your well-being of your business and the amount of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and provide an individualised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the business has been in operation for, how long the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business credit specialists. They will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and a vital 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 financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner borrows from the assets they have to get the loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access however, we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans over $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.