FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Newtown Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Newtown Small Business Loans
Newtown unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as control of cash flow company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Newtown Business Loans
What is the Larger Newtown Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost every company purpose including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge on assets, which could also include registration through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate 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 application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business credit 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 and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply within quality business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide an answer in as little as an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply during normal business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables for determining the health of your business and the extent of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we look at a range of aspects to assess the well-being of your business and the extent of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for our business loan, we will assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the business has been running as well as whether the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loans experts. We will offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and a vital part 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 financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner makes use of assets they own to make the funding. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you are able to get an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.