FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Modbury Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Modbury Small Business Loans
Modbury unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business use, including the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Modbury Business Loans
What is the Larger Modbury Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every company reason, such as company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets, and could be registered with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We may be able to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request in standard company timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision within just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application at normal business hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve 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. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors that determine how much we can lend you health of your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for the company loans, 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 company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company is operating in, how long the business is in operation for, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful business loan specialists. The specialists will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance 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 secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner makes use of an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or an business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security for an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money however, we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security in the form an asset charge.