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Facing financial hardship? Apply for a small loan up to $5,000 through Savvy and receive your funds as soon as today.
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Financial hardship can strike anyone, with rising bills and cost of living expenses potentially eating into your budget. Fortunately, Savvy is here to help you navigate through difficult times. Our network of lenders offers a variety of small loans which can be tailored to provide relief during periods of financial hardship. Apply for your loan with Savvy and receive your funds as soon as today if approved!
Obtaining a small loan through Savvy is a streamlined and efficient process. Here's a step-by-step guide to applying:
You can borrow small loan amounts between $2,050 and $5,000 through Savvy and our partnered lenders, provided you meet their eligibility criteria. This customisable range caters to various financial needs, enabling borrowers to select an amount that corresponds to their unique requirements.
As each applicant's financial situation is different, the loan amount you can access may vary depending on your individual circumstances. Your borrowing capacity is influenced by factors such as your credit score, income level, outstanding debts, savings, and other relevant financial considerations. Remember that your income must stem from one or more stable employment sources with consistent pay and work hours and/or from eligible Centrelink payments.
As mentioned earlier, you have the potential to apply for your financial hardship loan and receive formal approval, with the possibility of having your funds released as soon as the same business day (potentially within an hour in some cases). However, approval is always dependent on your application successfully passing all of your lender's mandatory assessments and meeting their eligibility criteria.
The processing time for your application may be affected by the following factors:
No matter the time of day or week, you can complete your small loan application with us online.
You can receive an outcome in 60 seconds and, if successful, have your money sent in just one hour.
We're partnered with reputable Australian lenders to bring you greater peace of mind when applying for your small loan.
Yes – even if your credit history is less than perfect, you can still explore the possibility of securing a small financial hardship loan, provided you meet your lender's other criteria. While traditional lenders often place a strong emphasis on credit scores, those specialising in small cash loans tend to exhibit greater flexibility.
Yes – early repayment of your small loan is permitted, and there are no early repayment penalties. Settling your loan early can help you cut down on the overall cost of your loan by minimising the total interest paid.
Yes – even though you specify a particular reason for your small loan application, you have the autonomy to direct the funds towards diverse financial needs, not confined to the stated purpose. You may choose to apply them towards covering multiple household expenses, for example. However, it's crucial to recognise that there are limitations on how these funds can be used, such as paying off other small loans or engaging in gambling activities.
The primary costs associated with a small loan are an upfront establishment fee (maximum of $400) and ongoing monthly fees (capped at 48% of the loan's total value annually). However, the final amount you pay will be influenced by several additional factors, such as the loan amount, repayment term, whether you make voluntary additional repayments, and potential late payment or dishonour charges.
Disclaimer:
The information on this website is of general nature and does not take into consideration your objectives, financial situation or needs.
For loans between $2,050 and $5,000, the APR is between 21.24% (minimum) and 48% (maximum) per annum. Comparison rate of 65.4962%. Minimum term is 16 days and maximum term is 24 months. The cost of the loan is a $400 establishment fee and monthly interest charged on the amount borrowed. For example, a loan of $3,000 over 3 months with an APR of 48%, (comparison rate of 65.4962%), will have an establishment fee of $400, monthly repayments of $1,225.20. Total repayments of $3,675.60 and total interest payment of $275.60.
Warning: A comparison rate indicates the true cost of a loan. Comparison rates are true only for the examples provided and may not include all fees and charges. Different terms, fees or loan amounts might result in a different comparison rate.
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Quantum Savvy Pty Ltd (ABN 78 660 493 194) trades as Savvy and operates as an Authorised Credit Representative 541339 of Australian Credit Licence 414426 (AFAS Group Pty Ltd, ABN 12 134 138 686). We are one of Australia’s leading financial comparison sites and have been helping Australians make savvy decisions when it comes to their money for over a decade.
We’re partnered with lenders, insurers and other financial institutions who compensate us for business initiated through our website. We earn a commission each time a customer chooses or buys a product advertised on our site, which you can find out more about here, as well as in our credit guide for asset finance. It’s also crucial to read the terms and conditions, Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) or credit guide of our partners before signing up for your chosen product. However, the compensation we receive doesn’t impact the content written and published on our website, as our writing team exercises full editorial independence.
For more information about us and how we conduct our business, you can read our privacy policy and terms of use.
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