FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Currumbin Valley Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Currumbin Valley Small Business Loans
Currumbin Valley unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company purpose including managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Currumbin Valley Business Loans
What is the Larger Currumbin Valley Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
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 turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost any business purpose including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets, and could be registered through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application during standard company timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within just an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer a response in one hour – provided you submit your request at normal business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 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 sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine the well-being for your company and the level of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the extent of payments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you make an application for one of our company financing, we will assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a tailored offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to 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 company has been running for, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up 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 loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loan experts. They will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is vital and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner makes use of the assets they have to get the funding. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I require security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is an individual ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.