FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Curl Curl Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Curl Curl Small Business Loans
Curl Curl unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company reason, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Curl Curl Business Loans
What is the Larger Curl Curl Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all business purpose including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets, which could also include registration on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request within quality company times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision within an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in 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 upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide a response in one hour if you make your application at normal business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you health of your company and the extent of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine your health for your business and the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request the company loan, we will assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll 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?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the company has been in operation and in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loan experts. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is crucial 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 protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner uses an asset they own to make the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money but we do need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.