| How Credit Card Balance Transfers Can Damage Your Credit Rating Since the banks and finance providers have been castigated for the way they seemingly indiscriminately awarded credit to people who could ill afford it, the chances of being accepted for loans and credit cards have decreased. Concurrently, there is a greater focus on individual's being aware of how credit works and what their financial behaviors means in terms of a credit score and history. - read more
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| Credit Card Secret Guarantee Most people use credit cards in some form or another but few truly appreciate one of the special features of credit cards that make using their credit card to insure their purchases. - read more
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| 5 Credit Killers A good credit score speaks volumes about your financial habits. It's the evidence most creditors need to evaluate your credit worthiness. - read more
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| 7 things you need to know about a Hire Purchase loan There are seven things you should know before you ever think of getting a Hire Purchase loan. Knowing these things will give you control and power in the loan process. Power and control will will save you money - read more
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| ASIC Enhances Oversight on Unlicensed Finfluencers Sat, 02 May: The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has recently escalated its regulatory actions against social media influencers, commonly referred to as 'finfluencers,' who are suspected of offering unlicensed financial advice. This initiative is part of ASIC's broader strategy to safeguard consumers from potentially misleading information disseminated through online platforms. - read more
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| High Court Upholds AFSA's Actions in Bankruptcy Case Sat, 02 May: The Australian Financial Security Authority (AFSA) has expressed approval of the High Court's recent decision to refuse special leave to appeal in the case of Hartnett v Inspector-General in Bankruptcy. This outcome reinforces the integrity and consistency of Australia's personal insolvency system. - read more
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| NAB Enhances ATM Network to Support Cash Users Sat, 02 May: The National Australia Bank (NAB) has announced a significant investment in its Automated Teller Machine (ATM) network, rolling out hundreds of new machines across the country. This initiative aims to support Australians who continue to rely on cash for everyday transactions and business operations. - read more
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| Australian Government Enacts Stringent Reforms to Protect NDIS Integrity Sat, 02 May: The Australian Government has enacted significant reforms to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) to enhance its integrity and sustainability. These measures aim to protect the scheme from exploitation and ensure it continues to serve Australians with permanent and significant disabilities effectively. - read more
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