FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Modbury Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Modbury Small Business Loans
Modbury unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company use, including the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Modbury Business Loans
What is the Larger Modbury Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. The applicant must also 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.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly all company reason, such as business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets, and could include registering this on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans that exceeds $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. It is possible to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request within standard company hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide a response in one hour if you make your application within normal business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of elements to determine your health for your business and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of aspects to assess your health of the company and the level of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request one of our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the business is in operation and in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly business loans experts. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner makes use of assets they own to make a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to get an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money but we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.