FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Currumbin Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Currumbin Small Business Loans
Currumbin unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Currumbin Business Loans
What is the Larger Currumbin Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled 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, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all business need, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets, which could also be registered on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than stating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will call you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application within quality company timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide the decision within 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you make your application in normal business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer a decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables in order to assess your health of the business and the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your company as well as the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
When you make an application for the business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer an individualised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the business has been in operation for, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with 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 loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful business loan experts. We will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner uses assets they own to get a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.