FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Seatoun Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Seatoun Small Business Loans
Seatoun unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Seatoun Business Loans
What is the Larger Seatoun Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be 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 to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost any company purpose including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets, and could be registered through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We might be able 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 evaluation that involves you answering some financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
The 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 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within one hour, provided you apply at quality company times and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to offer the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application during standard business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to provide the decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the 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 offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables that determine how much we can lend you health of your business and the level of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine the well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business credit, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, how long the company is in operation, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and when, right from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing 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 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business lending professionals. They’ll offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of 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 sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner utilises an asset that they own to obtain the funding. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.