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Top Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for a Loan
Top Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for a Loan
Applying for a loan can be a daunting process, filled with numerous requirements and potential pitfalls. However, avoiding mistakes is crucial to boost your chances of approval and secure the best possible terms. Making errors during your application can lead to unnecessary delays, higher interest rates, or even denial. - read more
A Credit-Savvy Approach to Loan Comparison: What Every Australian Borrower Needs to Know
A Credit-Savvy Approach to Loan Comparison: What Every Australian Borrower Needs to Know
Welcome to your essential guide on how to navigate the complex world of personal loans in Australia. Whether you're seeking to finance a major purchase, consolidate debt, or cover unexpected costs, understanding the nuts and bolts of personal loans is crucial. In this conversation, we'll shed light on why being credit-savvy is not just smart, but necessary for anyone considering a loan. - read more
Is Refinancing Your Personal Loan Right for You? Weighing the Benefits and Drawbacks
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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Finance News

ASIC Investigates Private Lending Sector Amid Rapid Expansion
ASIC Investigates Private Lending Sector Amid Rapid Expansion
04 Jun 2026: Paige Estritori
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has recently conducted a comprehensive review of the private lending sector, revealing significant inconsistencies and potential risks. This scrutiny comes in response to the sector's rapid expansion, with private credit extending approximately $200 billion in loans, primarily to high-risk real estate developers and property investors. - read more
ASIC Halts City Finance Lending's Small Amount Credit Contracts
ASIC Halts City Finance Lending's Small Amount Credit Contracts
04 Jun 2026: Paige Estritori
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has recently issued an interim stop order against City Finance Lending Pty Ltd, preventing the company from issuing its small amount credit contracts (SACCs) to retail clients. This action was taken due to deficiencies identified in the company's target market determination (TMD), raising concerns about the suitability of these products for consumers. - read more
Cigno Australia and BSF Solutions Penalised $7 Million for Unlawful Lending Practices
Cigno Australia and BSF Solutions Penalised $7 Million for Unlawful Lending Practices
04 Jun 2026: Paige Estritori
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has recently imposed significant penalties on Cigno Australia and BSF Solutions, along with their respective directors, for operating an illegal payday lending scheme. The Federal Court has ordered each company to pay $3 million, with additional fines of $500,000 levied against directors Mark Swanepoel and Brenton Harrison. This enforcement action underscores ASIC's commitment to protecting consumers from predatory lending practices. - read more
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