FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Thornleigh Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Thornleigh Small Business Loans
Thornleigh unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Thornleigh Business Loans
What is the Larger Thornleigh Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly all business need, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We could be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could have different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request in quality company time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer in just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request in normal business times and allow us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables for determining your well-being that is your business and the level of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company and the extent of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for our company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and offer an individualised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business is in, how long the business has been running as well as whether the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful company loan experts. We will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner borrows from the assets they have to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be sold 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 a company loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money, however we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans over $150K generally there is a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.