FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Seacliff Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Seacliff Small Business Loans
Seacliff unsecured loans offers amounts 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 is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business use, including the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Seacliff Business Loans
What is the Larger Seacliff Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost all business reason, such as company renovations, to purchase 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 needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge on assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request during quality company time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide the decision within just one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request within standard business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of factors in order to assess the health for your business and the extent of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the level of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for our business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company is in, how long the business is in operation as well as whether the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay and when, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
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. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful company loan specialists. The specialists will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner utilises the assets they have to obtain the funding. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I need security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access but we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally, there is personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.