FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Northcross Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Northcross Small Business Loans
Northcross unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as control of cash flow business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Northcross Business Loans
What is the Larger Northcross Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any business purpose including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) 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 need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, 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 twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within one hour – as long as you apply during quality company hours and let us utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in as little as an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request in normal business time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects in order to assess how much we can lend you health of your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for our company loans, we will assess the risk profile for your business and offer an individualised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please contact our helpful business credit experts. We will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow standard, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner uses the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.