Banks ranked on how well they help battlers
National “Rank the Banks” survey shows clear differences among big four
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Banking
Financial Counsellors welcome updated Banking Code
New protections include clearer guidance re financial hardship
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Looks like a bank, talks like a bank, but actually …
Better regulation of unsupervised finance and debenture companies needed
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How to improve dispute schemes where debt recovery has commenced
An ASIC review has found areas for improvement for EDR schemes, licensees and consumer advisers.
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Consumer groups fear small debts could lead to big problems for Australian consumers
Consumer advocate groups are urging the Government to reconsider credit reporting reforms to prevent life changing mistakes.
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CHOICE says Australian’s deserve full interest rate cut
Banks have an opportunity to put consumers and competition first.
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Direct Debits – Good or Bad for Consumers?
Direct debits are convenient and often earn discounts; but Ian Jarratt argues there are risks for consumers. What do you think?
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ACCC proposes green light for fee-free ATMS in remote communities
ACCC likely to authorise a project to provide fee free ATM withdrawals and balance inquiries.
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Report reveals differences in how banks treat Victorians doing it tough
CBA and Westpac need to ‘lift their game’ according to the FCRC.
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Consumer Action welcomes ruling on bank penalty fees
Court finds a number of different bank fees are capable of being considered unlawful penalties.
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Credit card reforms allow consumers to make better decisions about plastic
Credit card reforms are seen as a win for consumers, but are all banks conforming to the new rules?
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Report uncovers impact of payday loans
Caught Short, a new report by three universities explores the role of small, short-term loans in the lives of Australians
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