FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Modbury North Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Modbury North Small Business Loans
Modbury North unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business purpose including cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Modbury North Business Loans
What is the Larger Modbury North Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined 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 income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly every company need, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge over assets, which could also include registering this on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company lender is not able 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 granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide the legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We could be able to do 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 answering a couple of financial health checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may have different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for a 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. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application during quality business hours and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision in just an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request within normal business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of factors for determining the well-being for your business and the amount of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we look at a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you request the business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and provide an individualised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, the long the company has been operating and what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses 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 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please call our helpful company loans experts. They will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, 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 use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner makes use of an asset that they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access but we do require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally, there is personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.