FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Newmarket Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Newmarket Small Business Loans
Newmarket unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Newmarket Business Loans
What is the Larger Newmarket Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for 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 to access funding over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge on assets, which could also include registering this with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable 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 contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We might be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (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 quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply at standard business time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of 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 may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application within standard business timings and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements in order to assess your health of the business and the level of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess your health of your business and the level of payments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
When you apply for the business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide an individualised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the company has been operating as well as in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you need to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loans specialists. We will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is an essential 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 financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner borrows from the assets they have to secure a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.