FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Silkstone Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Silkstone Small Business Loans
Silkstone unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Silkstone Business Loans
What is the Larger Silkstone Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every company need, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. It is possible to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be based 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 at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as 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 you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application at quality business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision within an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer a response in one hour – provided you make your application within normal business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of factors that determine your health of your business and the level of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine your well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is in, how long the business has been running, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loan experts. We will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is crucial and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner utilises assets they own to make a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.