FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Northcote Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Northcote Small Business Loans
Northcote unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily 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 every business reason, such as control of cash flow business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Northcote Business Loans
What is the Larger Northcote 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 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets and can include registration with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply during standard company times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request at normal business hours and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you send us copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of factors that determine how much we can lend you well-being of your company and the level of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess the health that is your company and the level of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a tailored offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the business has been in operation as well as whether the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loan specialists. The experts will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is vital and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner makes use of assets they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. 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 additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I require security for a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.