FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Northgate Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Northgate Small Business Loans
Northgate unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company use, including control of cash flow business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Northgate Business Loans
What is the Larger Northgate Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any company need, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge on assets and can be registered with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to repay 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 granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within one hour if you apply during quality company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request within normal business time and let us use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to determine what is the well-being of your business and the extent of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the extent of repayments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you apply for one of our business loan, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the company has been operating and what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful business credit specialists. The experts will offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is vital and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner makes use of an asset they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security for a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required before you can access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need a personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.