FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Newtown Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Newtown Small Business Loans
Newtown unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company purpose including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the 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 up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A large business loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We may be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may 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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 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. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you apply in quality business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within just one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request in normal business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine what is the health that is your company and the level of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of variables to assess your well-being for your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request one of our business financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the company has been in operation and in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loan experts. The specialists will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner makes use of assets they own to get a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access However, we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.