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Take advantage of this quick and easy solution where your credit history is a thing of the past.

Why Choose Us For Bad Credit Loans?

Australian Bad Credit Personal Loan Specialists

We are more lenient than many other lenders and applying has no impact on your credit score. This makes Australian Lending Centre a fantastic option if you have bad credit.

Get a 2nd chance at finance while protecting your credit file and apply for a bad credit loan today.

Apply in less than 5 minutes:

Australian bad credit loan specialists

Get a Same-Day Bad Credit loan in Australia

Apply within 5 minutes by clicking “Start Your Application” below and completing the online application form. It’s fast & simple.

We provide a wide range of bad credit solutions, including Bad Credit Debt Consolidation and Bad Credit Personal Loans. All of our loans involve absolutely NO credit check.

We require minimal documentation, making the whole process super speedy. If you qualify, you can expect a same-day approval!

Our excellent reviews say it all

October 23, 2024
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Pat provided a very friendly customer service. He understood my situation and was really helpful. He was patient on providing me all the information I needed then explained everything in a friendly manner.
October 23, 2024
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Chloe was a great help. She is so lovely to speak to and explained everything so well.

October 14, 2024
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Best Debt Managment Solution Company Keanue understood my financial situation and was helpful in guiding me to a solution that worked best for me. He communicated clearly and concisely without feeling pressured. Would recommend this company highly

September 28, 2024
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Keanu was really helpful and explaining the entire process

September 25, 2024
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So happy I found this company. I no longer feel the stress I was under. Keanue was understanding and didn’t judge me, made me feel good and positive for the future. Highly recommend. Cheers

September 25, 2024
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Keanue was such an amazing help! He was kind, understanding and made it a seamless process to get some help.

September 9, 2024
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Keanue Vanderheide Was a legend. Explained everything and was easy to talk to. He was very passionate about his work helping others ease some burdens. It was a great experience ☺️

September 5, 2024
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A massive thanks to Keanue Vanderheide absolutely a legend helped me so much and process was super easy so everyone go talk to Keanue you won’t regret it cheers again Keanue

September 5, 2024
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Excellent service explained everything clearly, keanu was very helpful and enthusiastic about the work.
July 18, 2024
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Keanu is very easy to talk too! Has amazing customer service and makes you feel comfortable in any situation. Highly recommend. A++++

June 4, 2024
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Keanue was very helpful and informative!
May 24, 2024
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Great customer service, super informative and every helpful.

May 16, 2024
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Grady was amazing! So thoughtful and understanding with not a single hint of judgement in his voice. I felt safe to express my emotions and like I was finally going to receive the assistance I need to get back on track. THANK YOU!

April 29, 2024
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Chloe was so helpful, patient and knowledgeable. She was so good in explaining everything in a clear manner, and was friendly and provided me the information needed.

April 17, 2024
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Keanu was friendly, patient and explained everything perfectly and gave me the assurance and guidance that I needed. He was a delight to speak to and he helped make a awkward, embarrassing conversation..easy and pleasant
Thank you Keaunu

March 25, 2024
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Keanue was an absolute delight to deal with! I got everything laid out in simple terms and was able to understand a very typical hard finance conversation so easily. He was incredible empathetic and fantastic to talk about my financial situation with. Would highly recommend!

March 24, 2024
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Fantastic very good lovely person to talk to Chloe..
March 22, 2024
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I was able to get the support and help i needed with Pats Guidance. He didn’t judge me and gave me assurance that everything will be okay. Thankyou Pat for your exceptional service.

March 14, 2024
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Pat was very understanding and helpful! He was non judgmental and helped me find the best possible solution for my debt issues.

February 29, 2024
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Keanue was so great to talk to and nothing but helpful. I’ve struggled trying to get financial help because I was nervous and didn’t want to be judged. Keanue was so understanding, judgement free and wanted nothing more than to help me however he could.

February 22, 2024
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Thank you soo much for all your kind help Chloe! You have been amazing to deal with and have simplified the whole process for me. Fabulous customer service 😃

February 22, 2024
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Great assistance & very professional

February 20, 2024
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Pat was so caring and empathic and gave me clear guidance on my best options!

February 19, 2024
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Pat was very helpful and easy to converse with. Thanks Pat!

February 17, 2024
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Chloe has been amazing very efficient and lovely to deal with. Thank you so much
February 16, 2024
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Pat was absolutely amazing ! Such an incredible help he has shown !

February 15, 2024
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This morning Pat contacted me to discuss my debts, he was extremely understanding and willing to find a solution to help me in many ways to have a stress free option to consolidate my debts. Pat valued my time and allowed me to be vulnerable and express my financial hardship. Thank you for all your help Pat!

February 14, 2024
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Very helpful took so much stress off my shoulders, didn’t think I’d be able to get out of the situation I was in. Great service

February 9, 2024
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Chloe was super friendly and helpful

February 8, 2024
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I dealt with Pat,
He was very professional and so nice to deal with. He explained everything so well and was amazing. Thanks again Pat

January 30, 2024
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Pat was fantastic, non-judgmental, answered all my questions clearly. He was friendly and warm, I could tell he actually cares about the people he is doing his best to help. 10 stars for Pat!!!

January 29, 2024
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Nothing less I would say about the customer service. The guy named PAT was really helpful and accommodating. He is really informative and would help you go through the process with transparency. Great experience and really a wonderful guy.

January 25, 2024
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He was very helpful and understand too notch employee

January 18, 2024
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Pat was super helpful, non judgemental, accomodating and compassionate. The exact ingredients of support I needed during this extremely difficult time for me. I am truly grateful to him beyond words.

January 17, 2024
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Chloe explained everything in detail, professional, compassionate and easy to talk to. She made me feel like a person, positive about everything. She is a great asset to the company.

January 16, 2024
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Chloe was absolutely amazing and super friendly!! Thank you!

January 15, 2024
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Chloe was very friendly, considerate and understanding. She was also extremely professional and handled my case with great efficiency.

December 20, 2023
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Was great to talk to would do it again if I had to

December 20, 2023
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Chloe was amazing! Transparent and honest and made me feel really comfortable through the whole process. For the first time in a long time I don’t feel so helpless.
Thank you again Chloe for your understanding and support!

December 18, 2023
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Chloe was fantastic to deal with, very professional!!

December 13, 2023
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Chloe was great! Great service and very friendly. Glad to find a solution

December 13, 2023
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Chloe was amazing to speak with. So kind and very helpful.

December 7, 2023
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A big thank you to Emma Jabbour 🙂 for exceptional customer service. Emma wanted to help me get a successful outcome to my enquiry. I look forward to doing business with Emma in the not too distant future. Many thanks, Daniela Marks

December 7, 2023
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Chloe was brilliant and super helpful

December 6, 2023
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Chloe was so supportive and understanding and didn’t make me feel stupid for my situation.

December 4, 2023
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Margarita was a pleasure to speak with, she made the process very easy and advised me everything I need to know and do. Very exceptional customer service 🙂

December 4, 2023
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Margarita was a pleasure to speak with, she made the process very easy and advised me everything I need to know and do. Very exceptional customer service 🙂

November 29, 2023
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Pat was very easy to talk too. I not big on taking on the phone, but pat made it easy experience. The way he explained everything for me made it easier for me to understand all the information he was giving me.
Thanks Pat.

November 28, 2023
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Pat was great, knew what he was talking about, very friendly. Couldn’t say a bad word about him.

November 28, 2023
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Was able to calm me down and feel less embarrassed about my debt.
Very helpful and well spoken, explained everything in detail to me, would highly recommend

November 27, 2023
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Isabel is a superstar. Very helpful, kind, understanding, empathetic and has that calm soothing voice. If anyone’s freaking out about their debts, Isabel will put you at ease.

She must have read the book ” Never Split the difference ” It’s a good book for persuasion. haha!

“Hakuna Matata – it means no worries for the rest of your debts”

Why stress, when Australian Lending Centre can take care of your stress for you? You’re not alone.

Talk to one of their consultants today.

November 27, 2023
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Would recommend. Excellent customer service. Willing to help anyone !!

November 24, 2023
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This year was really hard for me financially as a temporary resident. Living paycheck to paycheck due to being stuck in the payday loan cycle. I saw no way out and was in a perpetual state of pain. Pat was extremely compassionate and understanding, although theres not that can be done in my visa status, Pat went above and beyond to find a solution. I really want to thank Pat for bringing back a smile on my face by shedding light on my situation. Give that man a raise!

November 23, 2023
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Pat was very help full very go at helping ne each step very easy to talk to he dose a great job

November 23, 2023
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First time ever hearing or dealing with Australian Lending Centre and I can say, they’re probably the best staff I’ve ever had the pleasure of speaking with, especially my consultant Pat. He wasn’t just friendly but patient, understanding and very honest and that helped me a lot. Not sugar coating anything but allowing me to be honest and he was also honest with his responses clarifying reasons why and also honest with the outcome that was available to me. I initially wanted to get a consolidation debt loan but wasn’t able to due to the criteria of the lenders that I wasn’t eligible for however he offered me another solution that might be available to me, and this really made me happy. That there isn’t just one solution and that I wasn’t going to be turned away just like I had been by various lenders. I am very happy with Pat’s customer service, he was genuine and didn’t judge me with my credit history or circumstances which people in the financial industry do do sometimes but he didn’t. That means a lot.

November 22, 2023
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It was very easy and I felt relieved that I was able to talk to Margarita who understood exactly what I was g gong through. I was very happy and had exceptional service.

November 22, 2023
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Very informative and supportive, very easy and polite to talk to 🙂

November 20, 2023
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I was able to talk and share my struggles without being judged, very understanding and sympathetic towards my situation and wanted nothing more than to help me through this and see me succeed. Would highly recommend them to anyone.

November 18, 2023
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It was great to receive support and understanding from Pat. He helped me work through my situation and provided me with an option that I believe is going to really help me and my family. He has excellent in listening to my needs and responding positively to my requests. Thank you so much Pat for your professional guidance and support today.

November 17, 2023
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Quick call back and very informative with my options and crunched the numbers to give me an overview of my situation and next best step forward. Above all gave me a chance to explain my situation whilst not being judgemental made me feel comfortable that I’m making the right decision.

November 16, 2023
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Was very helpful, and helped me get everything sorted and was a very nice person to deal with.

November 16, 2023
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Pat helped me so much and I can’t believe how much this is helped me! Thank you so much

November 16, 2023
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Friendly, understanding and informative

November 14, 2023
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Excellent helpful and friendly person (PAT). He explained everything really well so you could understand exactly what happens and how it all works. Great 😃👍.
November 6, 2023
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Friendly, and took the time to help answer all the questions I had. Very patient and understanding.
November 1, 2023
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Pat was very help and very explanatory of the reasons why a certain product would be helpful for my future

November 1, 2023
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The mannerism and the way you are treated was excellent couldn’t ask for more then that I had a few options which was great I recommend Australian lending service to Everyone

October 31, 2023
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Definitely a people’s person. If i had to describe the experience, imagine going to your local doctor, with positive energy, knowing everything is goign to be okay. Furthermore, he is a great listener, but he adds layers of compassion with active listening, rather than, “just doin my job”.

October 30, 2023
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She was so understanding and amazing

October 24, 2023
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Chloe was very kind and understanding!
Made me feel very comfortable even though I feel very uncomfortable talking about my financial situation

August 17, 2023
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Easy doing application online Verification and approval of application for quite turn around.

August 3, 2023
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I recommended this to anyone because it was so easy going and very easy to use

March 22, 2022
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I found Kayla to be very professional and non judgement to the advise l was asking, she had a lovely approach and manor on the phone. Would highly recommend this company

December 10, 2021
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Kayla has been lovely to deal with. She’s been responsive and helpful, suggesting multiple solutions to help me meet my needs. She has shown empathy and warmth, genuinely caring for her customers and their situation. Thank you Kayla 🙏

June 30, 2021
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I am so happy with the service that was provided to me, me and the customer service officer had a laugh, figured out my finances and I am able to get a new car thanks to her.. I have never ever been so happy in my life

June 29, 2021
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Brilliant.. one of easiest interviews I have done. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Kristina was funny, engaging but more than anything calm. When dealing with peoples finances which is such a stressful subject she was calm.

June 28, 2021
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Chloe was great. Very helpful and genuine

June 28, 2021
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Professional and very clear

June 23, 2021
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Kathleen was very friendly and easy to talk to. She confirmed everything to ensure she had our details correct. She explained our options and answered all the questions we may have.
Very happy overall with our time spent on the phone with Kathleen.

June 22, 2021
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Chloe’s honesty and active listening skills were outstanding. She broke down the options for me and helped me feel at ease throughout this process. Thank you an asset to your team.
Rachel Rogers

June 21, 2021
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Kathleen was very helpful and informative, with an excellent demeanor. Definitely a credit to your company.

June 21, 2021
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Kathleen was polite and compassionate looking forward to getting back into a better position

June 18, 2021
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Chloe was very understanding and polite with regard to my situation and offered effective strategies to suit my needs moving forward. Excellent customer service and support.

June 17, 2021
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Kathleen was absolutely amazing! Professional, easy, friendly & quick to get results.
Before I made the phone call I was depressed & embarrassed and didn’t know what to do about my stressful financial debt.
I’d spoken to around 4 other loan consolidation companies and they were no help.
I was loosing motivation & very confused but decided to make one last phone call to try and get help to fix my current financial mess.
Thank goodness I called & spoke to Kathleen!
By the end of the call a weight has been lifted off my shoulders and I no longer felt stressed.
I couldn’t believe that I actually felt excited and in control of my finances for the first time in a longtime.
Thank you so much Kathleen & team for helping me.
Now I’m no longer so stressed I can be a better Mother & enjoy life more with my peace of mind finally given back to me.
Thank you Kathleen!

Low Credit Score Loans give you a 2nd chance

Many Australians have dishonoured repayments, defaults, court judgements, and credit enquiries on their credit file. These negative listings can damage credit history and hinder loan approval.

Forgetting about a parking fine, defaulting on energy bills, making late loan repayments, or having overwhelming credit card debt can stain your credit history.

Banks may reject you, adding more negative marks to your credit report. It becomes a damaging cycle.

Our team of specialists create tailored bad credit loan plans to improve your finances without impacting your credit file.

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How to get a loan with bad credit from Australian Lending Centre

If you need fast money but have a low credit score, our flexible online loans for bad credit could be the perfect solution.

The Australian Lending Centre offers a second chance, disregarding your borrowing history to provide you with a financial opportunity.

Don’t just take our word for it – check out the excellent Trustpilot reviews that our customers have left!

Types of Bad Credit Loans

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Bad Credit Debt Consolidation

Consider bad credit debt consolidation if you’re juggling multiple debts and struggling to manage them. It could simplify your finances with one monthly payment and lower interest rates, even if your credit is less than perfect.

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Bad Credit Personal Loans

If you need money for a holiday, car, medical bills, or anything else, our range of bad credit personal loans could help. Our hassle-free no credit check application process eases the stress of applying with a poor credit score.

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Bad Credit Loans With No Credit Check

No credit check loans for bad credit could provide quick access to funds regardless of your credit history. The streamlined process means you can receive money without delays or worries about your credit score falling further.

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Bad Credit Business Loans

Are you looking to start, maintain or expand your business? Our experienced team can introduce you to a broad range of business finance options, even if you have a poor credit history.

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Bad Credit Home Loans

Our goal is to help you get the best outcome for your home loan, whether you’re buying, renovating or refinancing. Your credit situation doesn’t matter with a bad credit home loan.

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Bad Credit Car Loans

If you’re eyeing a new car but finding it difficult to secure a loan due to a low credit score, our specialised bad credit car loans could be the solution you need to drive away in your dream vehicle.

Flexible Terms and Fast Approval

The lending requirements for banks and other traditional lenders is incredibly strict.

If you are one of the many Australians with rocky patches in your credit history and need a fast cash injection, then small loans for bad credit are a fantastic option.

Have you heard "no" because of poor credit?

Why is your credit score low?

What are the consequences of having bad credit?

  • You are likely to face loan rejection.
  • Interest rates, fees and loan terms will be less favourable.
  • It is likely that you will need to secure your loan against an asset.
  • You may face difficulty renting a home or property.
  • Utilities and insurance can be difficult to get without facing higher rates.
  • You are unlikely to be approved for a new phone contract.
  • Employers might use your credit score as a hiring decision metric.

Why is your credit score low?

Making Late Repayments

Consistently missing payment deadlines can lower your credit rating, and if a payment remains overdue for an extended period, it could result in a default being recorded on your credit report.

Multiple Credit Enquiries

Whenever you apply for a loan and undergo a hard credit check, it adds a credit enquiry to your credit report. Multiple enquiries may indicate that you're seeking credit beyond your financial capacity.

Poor Credit Utilisation Ratio

Your Credit Utilisation Ratio reflects the proportion of credit you've utilised compared to what's available. If you've spent $2,000 out of a $10,000 credit limit, the calculation is: $2,000 / $10,000 = 0.20 (20%). Maintaining a credit utilisation ratio below 30% can positively impact your credit score.

How can I fix my credit score?

Being responsible with debt repayments and not making too many loan applications within a short space of time can rebuild a low credit score.

Meanwhile, defaults, court judgments, and credit enquiries can be a little harder to shake. These negative listings can take years to leave your credit report, but credit repair can significantly speed this process up.

Credit Repair

Credit repair offers a swift and efficient solution for cleaning a poor credit file. Defaults, court judgements and credit enquiries can be disputed and potentially removed on your behalf in as little as 30 days.

Stop making credit enquiries

Wait a minimum of 6 months after undergoing a hard credit check before seeking another loan. Frequent credit enquiries may imply that you're borrowing beyond your financial capacity.

Make Repayments Responsibly​

Consistently making debt repayments on schedule and keeping your credit utilisation ratio below 30% will gradually enhance your credit score over time.

Bad Credit Loans FAQ's

Here are some common things that bad credit loans are used for:

  • Consolidating debt
  • Car purchases
  • Emergency expenses
  • Home improvements
  • Education
  • Business needs
  • Travel
  • Legal fees

The best thing about Bad credit loans is that they’re incredibly flexible. Anyone can apply and you can decide the loan’s purpose and terms.

If you have no credit history, building your credit score can seem daunting, but it’s entirely achievable with these steps:

  1. Consider applying for an entry-level credit card: This may sound counterproductive, but it’s quite the opposite. Applying for one of the more basic credit cards with a low credit limit will increase your chances of approval if you have no credit history. Then make purchases on your credit card and promptly pay off the balance each month using your debit card. You’ll be seen as a trustworthy borrower, and your credit score will improve.
  2. Become an Authorised User: Ask a family member or friend with good credit to add you as an authorised user on their credit card account. Assuming they are a responsible lender, your credit report will be positively impacted, boosting your credit score.
  3. Apply for a Credit Builder Loan: Credit builder loans are designed for individuals seeking to improve or build their credit. These loans work by borrowing a small amount of money, which is held in a savings account or certificate of deposit until the loan is paid off.
  4. Use Alternative Data: Some lenders consider alternative data, such as utility payments, rent payments, or cell phone bills, to assess creditworthiness.
  5. Monitor Your Credit Report: Regularly check your credit report for errors or inaccuracies that could negatively impact your score. Dispute any discrepancies and ensure all information is up to date.
  6. Practice Responsible Financial Habits: Pay all bills on time, keep credit card balances low, and avoid applying for multiple loans within a short period. Responsible financial behavior is key to building and maintaining a positive credit history.

By following these steps consistently, you can gradually build your credit score and establish a solid credit history over time.

Yes, you can obtain car finance with bad credit. Here are some options:

  1. Specialised Lenders: Some lenders (such as Australian Lending Centre) cater to poor credit scores, offering more flexible terms for bad credit car loans.
  2. Cosigner Assistance: A cosigner with good credit can boost your chances of approval.
  3. In-House Financing: Dealerships may offer direct financing with more lenient credit requirements.
  4. Credit Score Improvement: Work on improving your credit before applying to benefit from better terms and rates.

You may need to pay more in interest than someone with a pristine credit report, but there are options to get you behind the wheel of the car you want.

If you stick to your payment schedule, you won’t damage your credit report any further.

Because a bad credit loan means a higher risk to the lender, it is common to find that the fees and charges for this type of loan may be higher than for someone with a healthier credit history. This, of course, varies individually and will depend upon how much you want to borrow, the length of the loan, the repayment schedule and whether or not the loan is secured against equity.

Depending on your circumstances, you could certainly be approved for a bad credit home loan.

To qualify you will need:

  • To be over 18 and an Australian resident
  • To secure the home loan against a personal asset (e.g. house or car)
  • To have a consistent income that is higher than your expenses.

The Australian Lending Centre offers a very broad range of financial products including:

Debt Management: If you are overwhelmed with debt then you could take advantage of a debt relief plan where all of your unsecured debt is managed on your behalf. Some of the key benefits of debt management are reduced repayments, protection from creditors and in many cases, frozen interest.

Bad Credit Debt Consolidation: A debt consolidation loan with bad credit is a great place to start if you struggle to repay multiple debts on time each month. You’ll only have one repayment each month, one set of fees and one interest rate, which is generally lower than credit card interest rates, so you’ll save time, money and stress.

No Credit Check Loans: No credit check loans allow individuals to apply for finance without the worry of a credit enquiry on their report. You can still be approved for a loan based on other criteria, such as your income.

Credit Repair: Negative listings can often be removed through credit repair. If they were incorrectly placed on your credit file in the first place, or if the default has since been paid, it can often be negotiated for them to be removed.

A bad credit loan can positively impact your life by providing you with a helping hand when you’ve been rejected elsewhere.

It allows individuals with poor credit to consolidate debt or handle emergency expenses, presenting a valuable opportunity for financial stability. A bad credit loan also offers the chance to rebuild your credit score through consistent, timely repayments.

Being given a second chance to regain control of your finances can be a great weight off your shoulders, providing you with a safety net to keep you away from further financial trouble.

Secured personal loans with bad credit are loans that are backed by collateral, such as a vehicle or property, to mitigate the risk for the lender.

Because the loan is secured, individuals with bad credit may have an easier time qualifying and may receive more favourable terms, such as lower interest rates or higher borrowing limits, compared to unsecured loans. However, if the borrower fails to repay the loan according to the terms, the lender has the right to seize the collateral to recoup their losses.

Unsecured bad credit personal loans are loans not backed by collateral, relying solely on the borrower’s creditworthiness.

Due to the increased risk for lenders, they often come with higher interest rates and stricter eligibility requirements. Despite this, they provide borrowers with access to funds for various purposes without requiring collateral. However, borrowers should carefully review terms to ensure affordability before applying.

A common form of unsecured loan is a credit card.

Yes, although the approval speed depends on your circumstances, including the complexity of your financial situation, whether you complete your application and provide all necessary documents properly and the loan amount that you’ve requested.

It takes less than 5 minutes to complete an online application with the Australian Lending Centre. Your application could be assessed immediately, with a same-day bad credit loan approval if you qualify.

Bank loan requirements are strict for a number of reasons:

  • To manage risks by ensuring borrowers can repay loans.
  • Minimum lending standards are set for regulation to protect consumers and stabilise the banking sector.
  • To protect depositors’ funds and maintain the quality of the loan portfolio, attracting investors and keeping the bank healthy.
  • The strict requirements also help banks assess borrowers’ creditworthiness thoroughly, considering factors like credit history and income stability.

Most of the restrictions on bank lending are imposed by the government.

The Australian Prudential Regulating Authority (APRA) and the Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) require banks to keep records about how they assess applications. This means the lender must ask more questions, which can slow down or stall your application. Because of this, bank applications take a lot longer than they used to to get approved.

When applying for a home loan, banks may also consider your living expenses, using the Household Expenditure Method (HEM) to assess them.

Due to historically low interest rates in Australia, APRA has put restrictions in place to ensure that people won’t find themselves in hot water if those interest rates go up. The debt-to-income ratio, prevents people from borrowing too much more than their income (each lender has a different maximum cap, but most will not let you borrow more than 9x what you earn).

The banks also assess your retirement age. For example, a bank will not approve a 25-year loan to a person over 60. This change came about from the guidelines of the National Consumer Credit Protection Act of 2009, which was managed by ASIC.

Therefore, if you fall outside of the bank’s very strict criteria, your loan is unlikely to be approved.

Due to these strict regulations, banks can’t rely on common sense when assessing applications, unlike some non-bank lenders. 

For this reason, many people now find themselves unable to obtain loans from banks, which is why companies like the Australian Lending Centre offer alternative finance options, such as bad credit loans.

Bad credit loans offer several benefits, including:

  1. Individuals with poor credit scores can still access financing when needed, providing an opportunity to address financial challenges or unexpected expenses.
  2. Responsible repayment of a bad credit loan can help rebuild credit history over time. Timely payments demonstrate improved financial management, potentially leading to better credit scores.
  3. Bad credit loans can simplify finances. Debts can be consolidated into a single loan with more manageable payments and potentially lower interest rates.
  4. These loans are versatile and can be used for various purposes, such as covering emergency expenses, making necessary purchases, or investing in education or home improvements.
  5. Fast application and approval processes allow borrowers to access funds promptly in urgent situations.
  6. Our solutions are flexible and can be tailored to suit each individual circumstance. We understand that every situation is different.

At the Australian Lending Centre, we treat every customer as an individual. Every bad credit loan applicant has a different story and credit history, so they require a different solution to their financial situation.

We have to be responsible in our processes, and so we cannot guarantee approval to everyone. What we can say, however, is that we aim to find a solution to all our customers’ needs based on their individual circumstances.

Applying for a bad credit loan with the Australian Lending Centre takes only a few minutes. It is obligation-free and won’t impact your credit history. Get in touch for a complimentary consultation with one of our trained consultants to see how we can help you improve your financial situation today.