FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Newstead Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Newstead Small Business Loans
Newstead unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Newstead Business Loans
What is the Larger Newstead 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 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost any company reason, such as company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by way of charge against assets, which could also include registration through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business 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 for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within just one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide a response in one hour – provided you apply during normal business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables that determine the health of the business and the extent of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
When you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to assess the health that is your company and the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company 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 factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, the long the business has been running as well as in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company credit specialists. The specialists will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner borrows from assets they own to make the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing using the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.