FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Newlands Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Newlands Small Business Loans
Newlands unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business reason, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Newlands Business Loans
What is the Larger Newlands Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets, which could also include registering this in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could have 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 over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application in quality business times and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you upload documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request within normal business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining what is the health of the company as well as the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company financing, we will assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several 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 company is operating in, how long the company has been running, how long the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with 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 loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please call our helpful company lending experts. We will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of huge 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 protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner utilises assets they own to obtain the funding. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money but we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.