FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Northmead Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Northmead Small Business Loans
Northmead unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company use, including control of cash flow company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Northmead Business Loans
What is the Larger Northmead Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. The applicant must also 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 to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all company need, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets, and could include registration through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online 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 prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We could be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request at standard 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 submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer in as little as one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply in normal business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you upload documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of variables in order to assess the health of your company and the extent of payments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request one of our business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and provide an individualised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know the exact amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation as well as whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful business loans specialists. We will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner utilises an asset that they own to get a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you are able to get the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.