FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Thornbury Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Thornbury Small Business Loans
Thornbury unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as cash flow management, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Thornbury Business Loans
What is the Larger Thornbury Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every business purpose including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets and can include registration in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request within quality business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application during standard business times and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to determine your well-being that is your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to assess the well-being for your business and the extent of payments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request the company loans, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business is in, how long the company has been operating and in the event that the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no 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 fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to do this please call our helpful company loans professionals. The professionals will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and is a crucial aspect 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 as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner uses an asset they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I need security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.