FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Northcross Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Northcross Small Business Loans
Northcross unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is a cash-based loan which means you know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company use, including the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Northcross Business Loans
What is the Larger Northcross Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide a response in one hour if you submit your request in standard company hours and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you apply at normal business time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you upload documents from your account 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 make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of variables to determine what is the well-being that is your company and the level of payments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to assess the well-being for your company and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for the company loans, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company is in, how long the business has been in operation and what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing 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% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please contact our helpful company loans professionals. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I require security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.