FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Normandale Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Normandale Small Business Loans
Normandale unsecured loans offers 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 an traditional company loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business reason, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning 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. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all company use, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets and can include registration through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a company 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)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application in quality company times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer the decision within an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request in normal business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer an answer in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects that determine the well-being that is your business as well as the amount of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you request the business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know the exact amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company is in operation as well as in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful company credit experts. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of 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 make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner uses the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I require security for a business 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 require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.