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In this episode of "Weekly Money Management News Wrap," host Paige Estritori discussed significant events in the Australian financial industry including the Compensation Scheme of Last Resort's alarming forecasts for 2027, implications of trust in the Compensation Scheme Shortfall, and the Australian Securities and Investments Commission's allegations against the Big Four audit firms
Various aspects of due diligence, confidentiality, and conflicts were underscored due to forecasts of increased levy requirement causing risks to investment advice, a technical error leading to questions about trust, and allegations of misuse of client info by KPMG
The highlighted financial services industry news emphasized the necessity for businesses and consumers to consider governance in their decision-making and conduct rigorous due diligence when dealing with third-party services.
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| 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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| 10 Ways Australian Farmers Can Manage Farm Insurance Costs Without Reducing Essential Cover Farm insurance is an important part of managing agricultural risk, but premiums still need to fit the realities of farm cash flow. This guide explains practical ways Australian farmers can review cover, reduce avoidable costs and keep insurance aligned with the risks, assets and operations on their farm. - read more
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| Home Loans in Australia: Deposits, Repayments and Loan Features Explained Home loans in Australia involve more than choosing an interest rate. Borrowers need to understand deposits, borrowing capacity, repayments, fees, settlement and features such as offset accounts and redraw facilities before comparing options. - read more
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| How First-Home Buyers Can Choose a Mortgage Broker in Australia Choosing a mortgage broker can be one of the first major decisions in the home-buying process. For first-home buyers, the right broker can help explain loan options, coordinate paperwork and guide communication with lenders, but it is still important to compare brokers carefully and understand how they work. - read more
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| Public Liability Insurance for Small Trade Business Owners Public liability insurance can help small trade business owners manage the financial impact of third-party injury or property damage claims connected with their business activities. For Australian tradies working on-site, in clients' homes or around other people's property, understanding how this cover works is an important part of managing business risk. - read more
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