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Essential Steps to Take Before Applying for a Loan

Before considering a loan application, it's crucial to have a clear understanding of your current financial position. Start by noting down all sources of income, including salary, any additional earnings, or government benefits. This will give you a comprehensive view of your financial inflows. - read more

Loan-Ready Budgeting: Prepare Your Finances for a Smooth Application

Stepping into the realm of loans and finance can be a daunting endeavor, but it all begins with a solid foundation in personal budgeting. Understanding how to manage your money effectively is not just a skill—it’s a crucial aspect of securing financial stability and achieving peace of mind. By tuning in to your finances and preparing a thought-out plan, you’re setting the stage for a well-informed loan application process. - read more

Is Refinancing Your Personal Loan Right for You? Weighing the Benefits and Drawbacks

Have you ever heard the term loan refinancing and wondered what it actually means? Simply put, refinancing a loan involves replacing your current loan with a new one, typically to take advantage of better terms, such as lower interest rates or different repayment conditions. - read more

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Government Implements 20% Reduction in Student Loans to Alleviate Living Costs

17 Nov 2025: Paige Estritori

In a significant move to address the rising cost of living and intergenerational inequality, the Australian government has enacted legislation reducing student loans by 20%. This policy change, effective from June 1, 2025, results in over A$16 billion in debt relief for approximately 3 million Australians. For graduates with an average loan balance of A$27,600, this equates to a reduction of A$5,520. - read more

Westpac's RAMS Financial Group Penalized A$20 Million for Home Loan Misconduct

17 Nov 2025: Paige Estritori

In a landmark ruling, Australia's Federal Court has imposed a A$20 million fine on RAMS Financial Group, a subsidiary of Westpac, for serious misconduct in its home loan practices. Between June 2019 and April 2023, RAMS engaged in activities such as using falsified payslips to approve loans, dealing with unlicensed mortgage referrers, and failing to maintain proper oversight. - read more

ANZ Group Reports Positive Growth in Deposits and Loans for Q3 2025

17 Nov 2025: Paige Estritori

In its third-quarter update for 2025, ANZ Group, Australia's fourth-largest bank by market value, reported a significant rise in customer deposits and net loans and advances. Customer deposits increased by A$19 billion, while net loans and advances saw a 2% uptick. This growth is attributed to the expansion of the bank's home lending business within the domestic retail division. - read more

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