
Personal Loans in Australia 2026: How to Compare Rates, Fees and Loan Types
The comparison rate is the only number that matters, and secured versus unsecured changes it by half.
Comparison rates, revert rates and secured versus unsecured borrowing.
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The comparison rate is the only number that matters, and secured versus unsecured changes it by half.

A mandated number that makes fees visible. It has one known blind spot, and lenders price around it.

The revert rate is the purchase rate that returns when the promo stops. On most cards it is over 20%.

Rewards cards carry higher rates. If you carry a balance, that gap costs more than the points are worth.

Comprehensive credit reporting means lenders now see repayment history, not just defaults.

Dealer finance is convenient and usually the most expensive option in the room. Compare it against pre-approval.

Secured borrowing is several points cheaper and puts an asset on the line. The trade is explicit.