FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Newton Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Newton Small Business Loans
Newton unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
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 expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every company use, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by way of charge on assets, and may include registration with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could have different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid 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: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request during standard business times and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application within normal business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects for determining what is the well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to assess your well-being for your business and the extent of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you make an application for the business loans, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the business has been in operation, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loan specialists. They’ll offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential aspect 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 personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner uses an asset that they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, you can get the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.