Debt Archives - Page 5 of 8 - Consumers' Federation of Australia

16 October , 2015

New research shows payday lending sector booming as low income consumers suffer

Regulations aren’t working, say consumer advocates

9 September , 2015

Peak body says ruthless debt collection putting people at further risk

2 September , 2015

Research show 54% of people don’t know the meaning of the ‘minimum monthly payment’

18 August , 2015

Report shows offers of “free bets” is forcing people into debt

27 May , 2015

Current system “preys on the cultural importance of funerals and low financial literacy of Indigenous people”

26 May , 2015

65 million attempts to chase debt each year

5 December , 2014

Consumer groups encouraged to refer those in need to this comprehensive resource

4 November , 2014

Financial counsellors provide free advice about their best course of action – without incentives to sell

18 September , 2014

CUAC says providers can play a role in re-establishing victims’ independence

9 July , 2014

ACCC and ASIC revise guidelines for businesses and consumers about debt collection activities

7 May , 2014

Family guaranteed loans also put parent’s house in the firing line

25 March , 2014

FCA says analysis proves that services are a strong preventative measure and worthy more funding