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 enhanced communication. 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.

“Officials have emphasized the need for enhanced communication,” — Owen Marlowe, senior market analyst at Newstone Ford Practice, observed.

Timeline

Oct 29 — The Australian Taxation Office is re-evaluating its approach to the credit card ban after acknowledging initia...

Oct 31 — Ubank's move aims to provide more financial options for small business owners....

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