FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Newtown Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Newtown Small Business Loans
Newtown unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning 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. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets, and could include registration through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to re-pay 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 the assets or goods). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We might be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
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, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 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 bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application within quality company hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide the decision within 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you apply in normal business time and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of aspects in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of the company and the extent of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess your well-being of the company and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request one of our company loans, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, the long the business has been running for, how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs 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 the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for 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 pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful business lending specialists. They will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner makes use of the assets they have to secure the funding. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or an business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you can get a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.