FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Thorneside Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Thorneside Small Business Loans
Thorneside unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Thorneside Business Loans
What is the Larger Thorneside 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 term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all business purpose including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge over assets, and may include registering this on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay credit that is generally based rather than stating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate 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 or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request during standard business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide the decision within the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply during standard business hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of variables that determine your health for your company and the level of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you request business loans with us business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company is in, how long the company has been running and whether the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loan specialists. They will offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of paramount importance and an integral element 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 personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner uses the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or a company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.