FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Curl Curl Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Curl Curl Small Business Loans
Curl Curl unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available 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 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost all company use, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge on assets and can be registered with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business creditor is unable 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 permits priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We may be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
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 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from 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 usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply in quality company hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($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 between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request during normal business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to provide an answer within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables in order to assess your well-being of your company and the level of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your company and the extent of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request our company loan, we will assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the business has been operating and what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful business lending experts. They will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange 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 make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner makes use of an asset that they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I require security to get a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.