FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Northpark Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Northpark Small Business Loans
Northpark unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About 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 for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for almost all company purpose including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, which could also include registering this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We could be able to do this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you make your application at quality business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements , it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application at standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements to determine the well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine the health of the business and the level of repayments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for our business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer an individualised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, the long the business has been operating for, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful business credit professionals. The specialists will offer you with details on repayment 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 the early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner borrows from assets they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to secure a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access however, we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is a personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.