FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Newlands Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Newlands Small Business Loans
Newlands unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $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 the traditional company loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company reason, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Newlands Business Loans
What is the Larger Newlands Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost all business purpose including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is in the form of a charge on assets and can include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We could be able to do this without a credit verification 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 checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may 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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for you to qualify for 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 quick and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request within quality company timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request during normal business hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to determine the health of your business 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 particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine your well-being of your company as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a tailored offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the business has been running as well as what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful business loan experts. The experts will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I require security for an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.