FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Silkstone Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Silkstone Small Business Loans
Silkstone unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including cash flow management, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and 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 size loan to aid in company expansion 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 you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all company use, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Are I 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, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply within standard business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer the decision in just an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request within standard business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects for determining the health that is your business and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health 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 the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is in, how long the business has been in operation, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loans specialists. They will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner makes use of the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security for a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you are able to get personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.