FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Newlands Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Newlands Small Business Loans
Newlands unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company need, such as managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Newlands Business Loans
What is the Larger Newlands Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have 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 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly all company purpose including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets and can include registering this in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be based on different terms.
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 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for a 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 fast and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will contact you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 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 consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you apply within standard business hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your 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. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide a response in one hour – provided you apply within standard business time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables that determine how much we can lend you well-being for your company and the extent of payments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as health that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company loans, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the company has been operating, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful business loans specialists. The specialists will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal 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 schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner borrows from assets they own to secure a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Are I require security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money However, we do require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans over $150K typically, you will need personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.