FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Seaford Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Seaford Small Business Loans
Seaford unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company use, including control of cash flow business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Seaford Business Loans
What is the Larger Seaford Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
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 the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an business 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard company times and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision within an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application within standard business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors that determine how much we can lend you well-being for your company as well as the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your business and the level of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I am 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 will be used for, the industry the company operates in, how long the company has been operating, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful business credit experts. The specialists will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and an integral element of our relationship with 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 commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner makes use of an asset they own to get the funding. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.