FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Silkstone Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Silkstone Small Business Loans
Silkstone unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Silkstone Business Loans
What is the Larger Silkstone Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost any company use, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We may be able to do this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply 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 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 three 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 in few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request in quality business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in as little as 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer a response in one hour – provided you apply within normal business hours and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors for determining the health of your business and the amount of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of aspects to determine the health of the company and the amount of payments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business operates in, the long the business has been running for, whether the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loans specialists. The specialists will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is vital and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner uses an asset they own to make the funding. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s means of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.