FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Seaton Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Seaton Small Business Loans
Seaton unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Seaton Business Loans
What is the Larger Seaton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is 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 in this amount the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets, and could include registering this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of $250K or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply within quality company timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply in standard business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of the business and the level of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of variables to assess the health for your business and the extent of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. A business 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 determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, how long the business has been operating for, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loans specialists. We will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount 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 techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner makes use of an asset that they own to get a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.