FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Newtown Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of 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 which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as cash flow management, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Newtown Business Loans
What is the Larger Newtown 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 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your business needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every company purpose including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets and can include registration in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company 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)
- must show at least six months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request in standard company hours and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request in normal business time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects that determine the health of the business as well as the amount of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of variables to determine the well-being that is your company and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company loan, we will assess the risk profile of your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is in, how long the business is in operation, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved 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 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loan specialists. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is 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 outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner borrows from an asset that they own to obtain the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you can get personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.