FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Normandale Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Normandale Small Business Loans
Normandale unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company purpose including the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Normandale Business Loans
What is the Larger Normandale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the 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?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost all business purpose including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets, and may include registering this on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may have different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a business 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 a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you make your application at standard business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply at normal business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables for determining your well-being for your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess the health of your company as well as the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the business is in operation as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company credit experts. We will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is vital and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner utilises the assets they have to make a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access, however we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, you are able to get a personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.