FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Northbridge Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Northbridge Small Business Loans
Northbridge unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company use, including managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Northbridge Business Loans
What is the Larger Northbridge 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 up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for almost every business purpose including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, and may include registration on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
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 items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out 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 is based upon an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be on different conditions.
The application process
Are I 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)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request during standard business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer in as little as an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply in normal business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables for determining the well-being that is your company and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
If you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of variables to assess the well-being of the business as well as the amount of payments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for the company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a tailored offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company is in, how long the business has been in operation, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall well-being or creditworthiness 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 be required to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly business loans experts. We will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner utilises an asset that they own to make the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee 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 the process of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required before you are able to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.