FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Newlands Small Business Loans
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Newlands unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as the management 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 to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Newlands Business Loans
What is the Larger Newlands Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all company use, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and 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. This is by taking a charge over assets, and may be registered on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check 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 health questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company 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 demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for the 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 simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request within standard company time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you apply in normal business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer the decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors in order to assess what is the health for your business and the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of factors to determine your well-being of your business and the extent of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the company is in operation for, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up 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 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loans professionals. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure 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 employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Are I need security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally there is personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.