FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Attadale Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Attadale Small Business Loans
Attadale unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company need, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Attadale Business Loans
What is the Larger Attadale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every business need, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets, and could be registered on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application during standard company time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request during standard business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide a decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects that determine the well-being for your company and the level of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine your health for your company and the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and provide you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the business has been operating as well as how long the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful company credit specialists. They will offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner uses the assets they have to obtain the funding. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to secure 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 require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.