FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Seabrook Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Seabrook Small Business Loans
Seabrook unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business use, including managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Seabrook Business Loans
What is the Larger Seabrook Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be used for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost any company need, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for 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 required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets and can include registering this in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may 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 you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 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 twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for 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 to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application at quality business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply during normal business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine the health that is your business and the extent of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine the health for your business and the level of payments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you make an application for the business financing, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business is in, how long the company has been operating, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
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 business credit experts. They’ll provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner makes use of assets they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Do I require security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access However, we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is an individual ensure and security in the form charges on assets.