FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Seaholm Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Seaholm Small Business Loans
Seaholm unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company purpose including control of cash flow company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Seaholm Business Loans
What is the Larger Seaholm Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be used for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly all business purpose including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets and can include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as 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 require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request within standard company times and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer a decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide a response in one hour if you submit your request during normal business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements for determining the well-being of your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine the health that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company is in, how long the business has been running as well as what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing 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 earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful business loan specialists. They’ll offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect, use, 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 use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner borrows from assets they own to obtain the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble 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 taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security for an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access, however we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.