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Home loans, car loans, personal loans, debt consolidation, bike, boat, caravan, truck and business finance. Submitting your initial enquiry with us will not create an entry on your credit file, but if you choose to proceed with a lender or broker they may conduct a credit check as part of their application process.

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Simply complete our short online loan enquiry form for direct access to a specialist broker or lender who can best accomodate your specific needs and circumstances.

Multiple lenders

When you submit an online loan enquiry with us, we use your details to complete an initial eligibility pre-assessment against the lending criteria of brokers and lenders in our national referral network. This is not a comparison of every personal loan in the market, but it helps identify participating providers who may be able to assist.

No credit check

Unlike many online loan websites, submitting your initial finance enquiry with us will not create an entry on your credit file. However, if you choose to proceed with a lender or broker after your enquiry, they may conduct a credit check in line with their application process. Multiple credit file entries can make it more difficult to obtain a loan and can severely limit your options.

Please Note: Submitting your enquiry with us will not result in an entry recorded on your credit file. However, if you choose to proceed with a lender or broker, they may conduct a credit check in line with their application process


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Warning to Borrowers: Unsecured personal loans

The following information is specific to unsecured personal loans.

Minimum period for repayment 6 months, maximum period 5 years.

The maximum Annual Percentage Rate (APR) including all fees and charges is 36% for small, shorter term loans. Longer term loans for larger amounts may be available for an APR of 15% or lower.

For example, a $1000 loan over 6 months could require a fortnightly repayment amount of as much as $96.92 including total costs (interest fees and charges) of $260 in addition to the amount that you borrowed.

Secured loans such as home loans, car loans, etc. are usually a much cheaper finance option. The interest rate will be different depending on what you are financing. For example, home loan interest rates will be typically lower than for a car, boat, caravan or truck loan.

Personal Loans Australia: The Weekly News Wrap

Podcast Cover Image Paige Estritori recaps Australias week in borrowing. The RBA lifted the cash rate to about 4.1% on Tuesday, citing stickier inflation, meaning variable and some personal loan rates may edge up. Major banks will pass on mortgage increases from 27 and 31 March, tightening many household budgets. The RBAs Financial Stability Review says the system is resilient but risks have risen, with prudent lending likely to continue. Practical tips: compare offers, focus on comparison rates and fees, check eligibility first, and have documents ready. Visit personal-loans.net.au for help comparing lenders.

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Personal Loans Articles

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Pre-Approval Loans: How They Work and Why They Matter
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Finance News

Rate Money Introduces Competitive Rates and Refinance Options for Self-Employed Australians
Rate Money Introduces Competitive Rates and Refinance Options for Self-Employed Australians
25 Mar 2026: Paige Estritori
In a financial landscape where many lenders are raising variable interest rates by 25 basis points in response to the Reserve Bank of Australia's recent rate hikes, Rate Money has taken a different approach. The non-bank lender, specialising in loans for self-employed individuals, has opted to increase their variable rates by only 15 to 20 basis points on select loan products. This decision aims to alleviate financial pressure on borrowers facing rising living costs and inflation. - read more
Australian Personal Loan Applications See Significant Uptick
Australian Personal Loan Applications See Significant Uptick
25 Mar 2026: Paige Estritori
Recent data from Equifax's Consumer Market Pulse for Q4 2025 reveals a notable increase in personal loan applications across Australia. The report indicates an 8.9% rise in personal loan demand compared to the same period in 2024, reflecting a growing reliance on unsecured credit among consumers. - read more
Rising Personal Insolvencies in Australia Linked to Excessive Borrowing
Rising Personal Insolvencies in Australia Linked to Excessive Borrowing
25 Mar 2026: Paige Estritori
The Australian Financial Security Authority (AFSA) has reported a 5.3% annual increase in personal insolvencies, marking the third consecutive year of growth in this area. This trend highlights the mounting financial strain faced by many Australians, with excessive borrowing identified as the primary cause. - read more

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