FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Thornleigh Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Thornleigh Small Business Loans
Thornleigh unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including cash flow management, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Thornleigh Business Loans
What is the Larger Thornleigh Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large business loan is a great option for almost any business reason, such as company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (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 application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six 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 IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request within quality business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision in as little as 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you apply in standard business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer the decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of factors to determine your health of the business and the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request the business loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, the long the business has been running for, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loans professionals. They will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow general, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. 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 knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is vital and is a crucial 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 secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner borrows from assets they own to get the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required before you are able to access the money However, we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally, you can get a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.