FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Thornleight Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Thornleight Small Business Loans
Thornleight unsecured loans offers 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.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company use, including control of cash flow business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Thornleight Business Loans
What is the Larger Thornleight Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which 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 in this amount the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for almost every company use, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets, which could also be registered through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
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 goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you apply at standard company hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in as little as the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to provide you with 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 can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within an hour – provided you apply at normal business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements to determine how much we can lend you well-being for your company and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as health for your business and the extent of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company loans, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, how long the business is in operation for, whether the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and when, right from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful company credit specialists. We will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner uses an asset they own to secure a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.