FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Thorngate Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Thorngate Small Business Loans
Thorngate unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business need, such as control of cash flow company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Thorngate Business Loans
What is the Larger Thorngate Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly all business reason, such as company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets and can include registering this with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application during quality business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements , it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request at standard business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of variables that determine the well-being of the business and the level of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess the well-being of your company and the level of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business credit, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the company has been in operation and how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to 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 earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business credit specialists. They will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner utilises an asset that they own to obtain the funding. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.