FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Silkstone Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Silkstone Small Business Loans
Silkstone unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms 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?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company purpose including control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Silkstone Business Loans
What is the Larger Silkstone Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This 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?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly all company need, including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, and may be registered through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment 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 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you apply within standard business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application in standard business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining what is the health that is your company and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for the company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
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 of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the company has been running, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loans experts. The experts will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner uses an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.