FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Seacombe Heights Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Seacombe Heights Small Business Loans
Seacombe Heights unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business use, including control of cash flow company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Seacombe Heights Business Loans
What is the Larger Seacombe Heights Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used for almost all business use, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets and can include registering this in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run 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 assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for a 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 simple and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger 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 to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer a response in one hour if you apply in standard business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request during normal business hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 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 upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects in order to assess how much we can lend you health that is your business and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to assess the well-being of the business as well as the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company loan, we will assess the risk assessment the company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation, whether the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly 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 balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow general, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner makes use of an asset they own to make 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, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required before you are able to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.