FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Seaview Downs Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Seaview Downs Small Business Loans
Seaview Downs unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Seaview Downs Business Loans
What is the Larger Seaview Downs Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets, and could include registration with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails 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 granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending 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 License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application during quality company hours and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer within just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request within normal business hours and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link 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 maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of variables in order to assess the well-being of your company and the level of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you make an application for the company loan, we will assess the risk profile of your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the business is in operation for, how long the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly company loan specialists. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and a vital 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 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner uses assets they own to make the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you are able to get a personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.