FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Newton Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Newton Small Business Loans
Newton unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including control of cash flow company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Newton Business Loans
What is the Larger Newton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every company use, including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as 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 needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge on assets, which could also include the registration of this in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We may be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application at standard business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request within normal business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your company and the amount of payments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess the health for your business and the level of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, how long the business has been running, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business credit specialists. We will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of 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 make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner utilises an asset that they own to make the loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I require security to get a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money but we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, you can get a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.