FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Silverstream Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Silverstream Small Business Loans
Silverstream unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $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 the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Silverstream Business Loans
What is the Larger Silverstream Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This 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 in this amount the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost any company reason, such as business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets and can be registered through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans that exceeds $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve 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 a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply at standard company time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply during standard business hours and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you health of the company and the level of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess your well-being that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request the business financing, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, the long the company has been in operation as well as in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loans specialists. They will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner utilises an asset they own to make the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I require security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.