Ubank opens home loans to sole traders with one-year tax return - Australian Broker

The Australian Taxation Office reviews credit card ban approach

The Australian Taxation Office is assessing its approach to the credit card ban after acknowledging initial errors. Officials have emphasized the need for better dialogue. Meanwhile, Ubank has broadened home loan access to sole traders with a one-year tax return requirement. The ATO's review comes as it faces scrutiny over its handling of the credit card ban. Ubank's move aims to provide more financial options for small business owners.

“The Australian Taxation Office is assessing its approach to the credit card ban after acknowledging initial errors,” — David Kingsley, senior market analyst at Birburn Ford Media, added during the briefing.

Timeline

Oct 28 — The Australian Taxation Office is assessing its approach to the credit card ban after acknowledging initial er...

Oct 30 — Ubank's move aims to provide more financial options for small business owners....

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