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Holiday loans: how much are they and how can you get one?
Is it a winter ski escape, cruising the slopes by day and sipping hot chocolate by the fire at night, that you’ve been pining for? Perhaps it’s a tropical vacation
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How do emergency loans work?
Emergency loans, sometimes referred to as short-term or payday loans, can provide fast access to cash if you don’t have enough funds to cover an unexpected expense. What would be
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Payday Loans: What They Are & Why We're Different
We’re sure you’ve probably seen the TV commercials, the radio ads and the “get cash now” catchphrases from a number of payday loan lenders throughout Australia. We’re also sure you’re
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From bad to good credit
There may be no magic overnight formula, but if you currently have bad credit (which can also be referred to as having a poor or below average credit score) there are a number of things you can do to help fix it, starting today.
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Tips to manage school costs and how an Education loan can help
Organising kids and their back-to-school gear involves many expenses that can quickly add up. Uniforms, books and stationery are just some of the up-front costs that can’t be avoided, but
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6 ways to recession-proof your finances
Now that we’re officially in a recession, it’s more important than ever to get your finances under control. From reining in debt to growing your savings, below are six ways
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Personal Loans versus Buy Now Pay Later facilities : What to compare and consider
With so many retailers and businesses now offering Buy Now Pay Later services, such as Afterpay and Zip Money, Australians are being exposed to these schemes on a daily basis,
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Personal Loans versus Credit Cards : What to compare and consider
If you’re trying to decide between a personal loan or a credit card, cost and time to pay off are two of the most important factors to consider.
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How disasters can affect your credit rating. The steps you can take to minimise the impact. And, what lenders can do to help.
In the wake of Australia’s devastating bushfires, a spotlight has fallen on the aftermath natural disasters can silently wreak on people’s credit rating and financial well-being.
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Consolidate buy now pay later with a debt consolidation loan
If you overspent at Christmas, you’re not alone. Many of us feel pressured to splash out during the silly season, and this can leave a serious dent in our wallets.
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How buy now pay later services can affect your chances of loan approval
Buy now pay later (BNPL) services are on the rise in Australia. Around 1.9 million Aussies say they’ve used services like Afterpay or Zip Pay at least once over the
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Silly season spending habits that can harm your credit score
Our wallets can really take a hit at Christmas. Between end of year celebrations, Christmas shopping and sales season, it’s easy to spend up a storm if you aren’t careful.
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How do I check my credit score?
With Comprehensive Credit Reporting (CCR) being introduced in Australia, knowing how to check your credit score and what can impact it, is more important than ever before. If you’ve ever
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What would you do if you really needed to buy something but didn’t have enough money in your bank account? If Afterpay springs to mind, you’re not alone.
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Who offers the best small loans?
To answer this question, let’s start with what a small loan is defined as, and what the rules are around the amount of fees allowed to be charged. What is a
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Why choose a personal loan instead of a credit card?
At Fair Go Finance we firmly believe that whenever you’re looking for some extra funds a personal loan is a far better choice over a credit card. Why? Here are
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What 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
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
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