FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Northbridge Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Northbridge Small Business Loans
Northbridge unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided 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 reason, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Northbridge Business Loans
What is the Larger Northbridge Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have 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 larger company loan is a great option for almost every company purpose including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge over assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could have 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 over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply during standard business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait 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 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer a response in one hour – provided you make your application at normal business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects for determining what is the well-being of your company and the amount of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your company as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for the business financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and provide an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the business has been operating, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business credit experts. The professionals will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship 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 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner utilises the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.