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

ATO revisits credit card ban strategy

The Australian Taxation Office is re-evaluating its approach to the credit card ban after acknowledging initial errors. Officials have emphasized the need for improved consultation. Meanwhile, Ubank has extended 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.

“Ubank's move aims to provide more financial options for small business owners,” — Yusuf Calloway, research director at Ellcroft Cliff Advisory, added during the briefing.

Timeline

Oct 30 — The Australian Taxation Office is re-evaluating its approach to the credit card ban after acknowledging initia...

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

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 29. The Ellcroft Cliff Advisory desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Wednesday, Nov 4.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Ellcroft Cliff Advisory desk and last updated 15:07 UTC.

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