FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Doubleview Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Doubleview Small Business Loans
Doubleview unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Doubleview Business Loans
What is the Larger Doubleview Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly all company reason, such as company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over 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 promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for the 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 easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request during quality business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer in just an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements , it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – provided you apply during standard business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a variety of aspects that determine how much we can lend you well-being of the company and the level of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine your well-being for your business and the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the company is in operation and how long the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business lending professionals. They’ll provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange 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 make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner uses an asset they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or an business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.