FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Thornlie Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Thornlie Small Business Loans
Thornlie 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 that are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including control of cash flow company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Thornlie Business Loans
What is the Larger Thornlie Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for almost any business need, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets, and could include the registration of this with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to 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 up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you apply during standard company timings and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide a decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application in standard business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine your health that is your business as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you make an application for our business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the business has been operating as well as how long the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company credit professionals. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner makes use of an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money but we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.