FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Newton Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Newton Small Business Loans
Newton unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Newton Business Loans
What is the Larger Newton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% 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 operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all business purpose including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets, and may be registered on the PPSR or the registration of 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 the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. It is possible to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for 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 simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within one hour if you make your application in standard company timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within just one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) 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 approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide a response in one hour if you make your application at normal business hours and let us use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to determine what is the health of your business as well as the amount of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the extent of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for the company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business is operating in, how long the company has been in operation and how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll need 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 on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful business lending specialists. The experts will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner utilises assets they own to make a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required before you are able to access the money however, we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you can get an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.