FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Thorneside Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Thorneside Small Business Loans
Thorneside unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
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 between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A 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 in this amount, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover 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 to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all company reason, such as business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by taking a charge on assets, and could include registering this on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), 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: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request in quality company hours and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request in standard business hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine your well-being of your business and the extent of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
When you submit an application 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 and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
When you apply for one of our business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the business has been operating for, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please speak to our friendly business loans professionals. They’ll provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is vital and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner utilises the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to get an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money, however we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.