FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Northpark Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Northpark Small Business Loans
Northpark unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business reason, such as cash flow management, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Northpark Business Loans
What is the Larger Northpark Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all company use, including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets, and may include registration with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply during standard business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision in as little as 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request at standard business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of elements in order to assess your health of the company and the level of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company and the extent of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for the company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and offer an individualised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the company is in operation and what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful business lending experts. We will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner utilises the assets they have to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I need security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally there is an individual guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.