FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Seaford Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Seaford Small Business Loans
Seaford unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including cash flow management, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Seaford Business Loans
What is the Larger Seaford Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including company 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 a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets and can be registered in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an business 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (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. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer a response in one hour if you make your application at quality company hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision in just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – provided you apply at standard business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine the well-being for your company and the level of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to assess the well-being of your company and the level of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for the business loan, we will assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of 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 differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company has been running for, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loan professionals. The professionals will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is crucial and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner borrows from assets they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you are able to get the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.