FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Northcross Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Northcross Small Business Loans
Northcross unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company use, including cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Northcross Business Loans
What is the Larger Northcross Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every company need, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans of $250,000 or more we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request at quality business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you send us copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request within normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables that determine your well-being that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health that is your company and the level of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you request one of our business loans, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company has been in operation for, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
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 covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to do this please speak to our friendly business loan professionals. They will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner borrows from the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required before you are able to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is an individual guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.