FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Attwood Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Attwood Small Business Loans
Attwood unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is possible to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business use, including managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Attwood Business Loans
What is the Larger Attwood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost every business reason, such as business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, and may include registering this with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We could be able to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will call you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply at quality business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload documents from your account statements , it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application in normal business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of elements for determining the well-being that is your company and the level of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as health for your company and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the business has been running and what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up 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 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company loans experts. The professionals will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner borrows from an asset they own to secure a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a vehicle or piece or 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, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally there is personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.