FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Northgate Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Northgate Small Business Loans
Northgate unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business purpose including control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Northgate Business Loans
What is the Larger Northgate 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 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A 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 of this size the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost all company need, including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge on assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
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 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within one hour if you apply within quality business hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application within normal business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of elements for determining your health that is your business and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine the well-being of the company and the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you request our company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the company has been running, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly business loans experts. They’ll offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow general, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner utilises an asset that they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to get a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.