FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Attwood Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Attwood Small Business Loans
Attwood unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business need, such as the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Attwood Business Loans
What is the Larger Attwood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all company need, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. It is possible to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour if you make your application during quality company timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision within just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload documents from your account statements , it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply during standard business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is 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 within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of aspects in order to assess your health of the company and the level of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company and the extent of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us company credit, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, how long the company has been operating as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loan professionals. We will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is vital and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner utilises an asset they own to get a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.