FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Normandale Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Normandale Small Business Loans
Normandale unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Normandale Business Loans
What is the Larger Normandale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every company use, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets, which could also include registration on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans of more than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (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 financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application at standard business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within just the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply at normal business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a variety of aspects that determine your health that is your business and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess your health of your business as well as the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request one of our company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, the long the business is in operation, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please speak to our friendly business lending professionals. The professionals will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and an integral part 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 financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner borrows from an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you are able to get personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.