FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Attadale Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Attadale Small Business Loans
Attadale unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About 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 are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost all business need, including company renovations, to purchase 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 required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets, and may be registered with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will call you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you make your application at quality business times 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 banking statements , we will be able to offer the decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply during standard business time and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being for your company and the level of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to assess your well-being of your company and the level of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for our business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, the long the company is in operation and what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay, and when, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly company lending experts. We will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner makes use of an asset they own to secure a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I need security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money but we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is a personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.