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Almost empty airport for off season travel
19th December 2025

How to Travel on a Budget

Travelling can be a pricey endeavour. You always start it out with a humble estimate, but expenses always creep up while you’re on holiday. Before you know it, the final costs are completely over budget—and you worry about applying for a holiday loan. By keeping our top 5 money-saving tips in mind, you’ll know how … <a href="https://www.swoosh.com.au/blog/how-to-travel-on-a-budget/">Continued</a>

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Getting approved for a loan
25th March 2025

Need a Loan but Keep Getting Declined? Here Are Your Options

If you need a loan but keep getting declined, you’re not alone. Every day, Australians get turned down for finance by banks and private lenders, often without a clear reason. The good news? There are easy loan options and other avenues for you to consider. This guide explains why loan applications get rejected, what to … <a href="https://www.swoosh.com.au/blog/need-a-loan-but-keep-getting-declined/">Continued</a>

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How to consolidate debt with bad credit: 6 step guide
10th February 2025

How to Consolidate Debt with Bad Credit: 6 Steps

Wondering how to consolidate debt with bad credit? Finding a suitable loan can be challenging when your credit score has taken a hit and you have multiple debts to pay off. Debt consolidation loans can simplify repayments by rolling several debts into a single, manageable payment. Some lenders even offer bad credit loans for debt … <a href="https://www.swoosh.com.au/blog/how-to-consolidate-debt-with-bad-credit/">Continued</a>

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clever ways to save money; track your spending
5th January 2025

15 Clever Ways To Save Money

A lot of people think saving money means making big sacrifices and hoarding cash for a rainy day. But it’s really about making smaller, more manageable changes in how you spend. From choosing generic brands to tackling debt, there are plenty of clever ways to save money and help your nest egg grow. In this … <a href="https://www.swoosh.com.au/blog/15-clever-ways-to-save-money/">Continued</a>

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when can you access your super; should you get a personal loan
5th January 2025

When Can You Access Your Super?

Your superannuation is one of your most significant assets, designed to provide financial security during retirement. But when can you access your super? Knowing when and how you can access your super is crucial for planning your financial future. Whether you’re nearing retirement or facing financial challenges, understanding superannuation access rules can help you make … <a href="https://www.swoosh.com.au/blog/when-can-you-access-your-super/">Continued</a>

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Need a loan urgently but have bad credit? Learn what you can do
8th December 2024

Need a Loan Urgently but Have Bad Credit? Here’s What You Can Do

Finding yourself in a bad credit situation can feel overwhelming, especially when you urgently need money. But don’t worry—there are options available to help you get back on track. If you need a loan urgently but have a bad credit rating that is making it difficult to find finance, don’t stress. In this guide, we’ll … <a href="https://www.swoosh.com.au/blog/need-a-loan-urgently-have-bad-credit/">Continued</a>

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Working from home for your second job
1st November 2024

How to Start a Second Income Stream

Research shows that having second jobs is on the rise in Australia with approximately 900,000 people with multiple incomes. Having a second income stream can help you pay off debt like small personal loans, save for a big purchase or figure out if a venture is worth pursuing full-time. In this day and age, there … <a href="https://www.swoosh.com.au/blog/how-start-second-income-stream/">Continued</a>

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Lamps for ambience
13th October 2024

How to Decorate on a Budget

Small decorative touches can boost the entire feel of your apartment—and they don’t have to be expensive. From refurbishing old furniture to hanging a few mirrors, you can make your apartment look stylish without having to take out a furniture loan. After all, you don’t need a house to have a place that feels like … <a href="https://www.swoosh.com.au/blog/how-to-decorate-on-a-budget/">Continued</a>

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Understanding when to reapply for a loan
8th April 2024

5 Steps to Take Before You Are Ready to Reapply For A Cash Loan

Sometimes, loan applications get rejected. It’s nothing personal, the situations between the applicant and the financial lender simply weren’t right for the loan to proceed further. It happens. We have grouped together some questions in this blog and hope to answer the overall question: what do you need to do before you are ready to … <a href="https://www.swoosh.com.au/blog/reapply-for-a-loan/">Continued</a>

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