Payday Loans for Bankrupts
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Being declared bankrupt can put up plenty of obstacles to getting a second chance at finance. However, not all of your options have to be cut off. It’s important to note that while your payday loan approval chances are slimmer if you’re currently bankrupt, there may be some lenders open to approving your application.
Applying with Savvy can help you secure a loan with flexible repayments and straightforward terms. We partner with a panel of lenders who’ll look beyond your borrowing history when assessing your application. Apply with Savvy today.
Can I get approved for a payday loan if I am bankrupt?
Bankruptcy will limit your options when it comes to taking out a new loan but it doesn’t necessarily rule you out. There may be some direct money lenders on the market who might be willing to work with you, which isn’t the case for other types of finance.
The application process is no different if you’re bankrupt. A lender will assess your financial situation and determine whether you’re earning enough to afford a new loan. You’ll also be asked to provide some details regarding your work and income to show that you’re in a position to repay the loan you’re applying for. Lenders will also run a credit check and verify your income and expenses using a ‘read-only’ copy of your bank statements. That means there's no need for physical bank statements if you're applying for a personal loan. If they’re happy with all of this information and are willing to lend to you, you can be approved formally.
How much can I borrow with a payday loan if I’m currently bankrupt?
You can borrow between $2,050 and $5,000 with a payday loan, depending on a few personal variables, with perhaps the most important being your income. The more you’re earning, the more you’ll be able to borrow. These earnings can come from multiple streams, including Centrelink or casual work, but they must be consistent to maximise your borrowing power. Your record of repayment on similar loans, current expenses and employment status can all also impact how much you can borrow.
There are also several different fees associated with payday loans which are important to account for. These are a capped establishment fee of $400 and ongoing monthly fees which can't total more than 48% of your overall loan amount each year.
It’s important to note that fees can also impact your borrowing power, as they eat into your monthly repayments. For example, if you were taking out a $4,000 loan over 12 months, you’d automatically know that you’d have to pay $33.33 each month to cover the establishment fee and $160 to cover your monthly fee.
How do I qualify for a loan if I am bankrupt?
If you need money ASAP, you must satisfy several eligibility criteria. These are the same for all customers, even if you’re bankrupt and have bad credit. To apply, you must adhere to the following requirements:
- Age: You must be over 18 years of age to apply for a loan. There is no specific age limit on applicants, but older customers may need to meet more criteria to be approved.
- Residency: You need to be a permanent Australian resident or citizen to apply for a loan. Temporary residents or those on student visas may be able to get a loan, but this will come down to the lender’s criteria. You may need to meet further criteria to qualify.
- Income: You must be earning a steady and consistent income for at least three months before you apply for a loan. If your income isn’t 100% stable, such as if you’re working as a sole trader, you may need to provide your lender will some additional documents. Bankrupt applicants may also need to supply more documentation.
- Online Banking: Your bank accounts must be accessible through internet banking. As part of your application, you will need to share an encrypted copy of your bank statements with your lender to verify your income and expenses.
- Contact Details: You must have a working mobile number and email address. Your lender may call you to discuss your application and they will require your email address to send you digital copies of your loan contract.
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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.
