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| Broker Review Puts Loan Recommendations Under Fresh Scrutiny Wed, 28 Oct: ASIC’s latest review of mortgage broker conduct has put a spotlight on how loan recommendations are explained, documented and challenged when a cheaper option is available. Although the review focused on home loan brokers, the practical lesson is broader: borrowers should understand not only the advertised rate, but also why a particular loan structure, lender or feature is being presented as suitable. - read more
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| Charging Access Becomes a Bigger Part of Electric Truck Funding Wed, 28 Oct: Australia’s electric truck conversation has shifted from vehicle availability alone to the practical question of where, when and how commercial vehicles will charge. Ampol’s October 2026 activity has made that shift clearer, with the company announcing a proposed acquisition of Evie Networks and a separate memorandum of understanding with Foton Mobility Distribution to explore charging solutions for electric commercial vehicles. - read more
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| Income Protection Complaints Remain a Key Life Insurance Pressure Point Wed, 28 Oct: The Australian Financial Complaints Authority’s latest annual review has put income protection insurance back in focus, with the product again attracting the highest number of life insurance complaints in 2025-26. The figures are a useful reminder that the real value of cover is tested not at purchase, but when illness or injury interrupts a person’s capacity to earn. - read more
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| ASIC Review Highlights the Need to Question Costlier Loan Recommendations Wed, 28 Oct: ASIC’s 13 October 2026 review of major mortgage broker groups has delivered a timely reminder for borrowers: a loan recommendation should be understandable, evidence-based and clearly connected to the customer’s needs. The regulator found that broker practices generally aligned with its guidance, but also identified gaps in how some higher-cost loan recommendations, supervision processes and complaints were handled. - read more
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| Dealer Finance, Direct Lender Finance and Broker-Arranged Car Finance Explained Car finance in Australia can be arranged through a dealer, directly with a lender or with help from a broker. Each channel can lead to a car loan, but the process, comparison work, documentation flow, fees and level of assistance can differ. This guide explains how each option works and what to check before deciding how to apply. - read more
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| Term Life and Whole Life Insurance in Australia: What the Terms Mean A plain-English guide to term life insurance, whole life insurance and the main types of personal life insurance Australians commonly compare, including life cover, TPD, trauma cover and income protection. - read more
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| Crane Truck Insurance Cover in Australia Crane truck insurance is designed for trucks fitted with a crane, where the vehicle and lifting equipment can create risks beyond those of a standard commercial truck. Cover may include protection for accidental damage, theft, fire, third-party liability and selected operational risks, depending on the policy. For Australian operators working in construction, logistics, heavy lifting or industrial environments, understanding the available cover options can help with more informed insurance decisions. - read more
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| Income Protection Insurance for Australian Adults: How It Works and What to Consider Income protection insurance can help replace part of your income if illness or injury prevents you from working. For Australian adults with regular expenses, dependants or long-term financial commitments, understanding how this cover works can be an important part of financial planning. - read more
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