FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Seaford Meadows Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Seaford Meadows Small Business Loans
Seaford Meadows unsecured loans provides 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.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company need, such as cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Seaford Meadows Business Loans
What is the Larger Seaford Meadows Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for almost any business use, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge on assets, and could include registration in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We may be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can 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 prove at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with 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: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard company time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the 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 quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request during normal business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine the health that is your company and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess the well-being that is your company and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for the business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company has been in operation, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please call our helpful company lending specialists. They’ll offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the 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 safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner utilises an asset they own to get a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security for an company 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 an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is personal ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.