FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Seacliff Park Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Seacliff Park Small Business Loans
Seacliff Park unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company need, such as managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Seacliff Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Seacliff Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost all business use, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge over assets, which could also include registering this on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you apply within standard company hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements , it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request during normal business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of elements for determining what is the well-being of your company and the extent of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we look at a range of aspects to assess the well-being of the business and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request our company loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the company is in operation and whether the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company credit professionals. They will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of paramount importance and a vital 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 financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can 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 an company owner utilises assets they own to get the funding. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is an individual guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.