FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Modbury Small Business Loans
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Modbury unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company use, including managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Modbury Business Loans
What is the Larger Modbury Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all business need, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for 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 is by taking a charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. It is possible to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application at standard business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request in normal business time and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables for determining your well-being that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we look at a range of aspects to assess the well-being for your company and the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for our business loan, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the business has been in operation for, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful business lending specialists. They’ll provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner uses an asset they own to secure a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is means of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is an individual ensure and security in the form an asset charge.