FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Northgate Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Northgate Small Business Loans
Northgate unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business need, such as managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Northgate Business Loans
What is the Larger Northgate Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any company purpose including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment or as 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 required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge on assets and can include registration with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to pay back 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 permits priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. It is possible to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you make your application within standard business hours and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide a response in one hour if you apply in normal business hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables for determining your well-being that is your company as well as the amount of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
If you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess the well-being of the company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request business loans with us company loan, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the business has been running and how long the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please contact our helpful company loan professionals. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance 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 standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner borrows from assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access but we do need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally there is a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.