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What to look for (and look out for) when trying to get car finance
Things you need to look for (and look out for when you apply for car finance loans. Before we begin, picture this scenario...
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What can I do to fix my bad credit?
The good news is there are a number of ways you can help fix your bad credit. But the key is to start now. As a quick recap, bad credit
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What is CCR?
Comprehensive Credit Reporting (also known as positive credit reporting) is the way your credit information from numerous financial institutions must be reported to the credit bureaus in Australia.
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Applying has never been easier with our enhanced portal!
Coming back for a loan with Fair Go Finance has never been easier, quicker and dare we say it, even a little fun! With all of our new portal enhancements,
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Walshy’s 2018 Predictions for Consumer Credit | Whiteboard Wednesday
In this week’s episode of Whiteboard Wednesday, Walshy makes his 2018 predictions for consumer credit.
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Why your credit history is never history
Ever heard lenders say “your credit history is history” and wondered what they mean? Walshy discusses how your credit history is never truly history, but whether your credit history is
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What is a comparison rate and how does it affect my personal loan?
What is a comparison rate and why is it displayed on the Fair Go Finance website? Walshy explains what a comparison rate is, how it is used.
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Costs and Charges on a Personal Loan | Whiteboard Wednesday
In this week’s episode Walshy demystifies personal loan pricing: How much does a personal loan cost? How can I compare personal loan costs? How do I know if a personal
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What are the repayments on a car loan?
If you’re thinking of applying for a car loan, it’s worth understanding how the repayments are calculated and what to look for, before going ahead. Here is a quick checklist to help you out. 1. What
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Top Reasons Why Personal Loans Get Declined
Why was my loan declined? If you’ve ever felt baffled, flummoxed or perplexed that your loan was declined, watch this video. Walshy chats about the top reasons why personal loans
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How is my credit score calculated?
Welcome to Episode 3 of Whiteboard Wednesday with Paul Walshe. Today Walshy chats about how credit scores are calculated, including: What is a credit score? What does a credit score
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Can I have multiple credit scores?
In Australia, there is more and more talk about the importance of knowing your credit score, and how to improve and protect it. So how familiar are you with yours?
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What is bad credit and how does it affect me? | Whiteboard Wednesday
Whiteboard Wednesday with Walshy Walshy is back to answer your questions on bad credit in this week’s episode: What is bad credit? How do I know if I have bad credit?
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5 top tips to come back from bad credit
In Australia, bad credit is often a reason why someone is declined a loan or service. Being told you have bad credit can come as a complete shock. Others are aware
Read MoreWhat is a bad credit loan?
A bad credit loan is simply a cash loan for people who have bad credit ratings. It may sound unpleasant, but it actually helps individuals who have low credit scores
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What's the difference between an unsecured loan and secured loan?
When it comes to personal loans, there are two options available, a secured and unsecured loan. And choosing the right option for your unique situation can be difficult. You must
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What's the difference between your credit history, credit file, credit report and credit score?
Do you get confused between what your credit history is, and your credit score? What about your credit file and your credit report? Well, here is a very simple
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How Much Does It Cost To Own A Pet? #Pet Loans
In Australia, it is estimated that 61% of households have some type of pet. 53% of those have got either a cat or a dog. So, it’s clear Australia is
Read MoreWhat is my credit score? Find out for free.
What is my credit score? Find out for free. Your credit score is an important piece of information about you. It is a score that can influence how successful or unsuccessful
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4 top tips for managing a personal loan
It’s a great feeling when you receive formal approval for a personal loan, or any type of credit for that matter! But once that excitement has passed, the next
Read MoreWhat is a rental bond?
What is a rental bond? In Australia, when renting a property, a rental bond is usually requested. A rental bond is an amount of money the tenant must pay in
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Personal Loans: Why do you need to provide bank statements?
When you apply for a personal loan, or any other loan, are you curious as to why lenders ask for your bank statements? The truth is your bank statements provide
Read MoreRenting Checklist – What should I know before renting?
Before renting a property, make sure you: Understand what you are entitled to as the tenant Understand what is expected of you by the landlord/agent To ensure a hassle-free renting experience, please
Read MoreNeed a medical loan but have bad credit?
A medical loan is a type of personal loan that you can use for any medical, dental, cosmetic, surgical treatment or healthcare expense. At Fair Go Finance, you can apply
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