Cash Converters Cash Advance Loan
- Maximum loan amount
- $2,000
- Turnaround time conditions apply
- Same day
- Term of loan
- 4 to 20 weeks
Summary
This loan comes with a prepaid EFTPOS card. Borrow up to $2,000. High fees and charges apply and repayment terms are short.
If you’re looking to apply for a payday loan with Cash Converters, you can opt to receive it onto their prepaid Cash Converters card. You can use this card like any other EFTPOS card, allowing you to spend directly. Loan amounts range from $50 up to $2,000, with short terms from 4 to 20 weeks. This loan is expensive and comes with high fees and charges. An establishment fee of 20% the loan amount will be charged, along with a 4% monthly fee. While point-of-sales transactions are free, there may be ATM transaction fees. Payday loans are not a long-term financial solution and can lead to more debt. You should only borrow in case of an emergency.
Pros
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Low loan amount as $50
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Easy application
Cons
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20% establishment fee
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4% monthly fee
Details
Product Details
| Product Name | Cash Converters Cash Advance Loan |
| Minimum loan amount | $50 |
| Maximum loan amount | $2,000 |
| Loan term | 4 to 20 weeks |
| Turnaround time | Same day - conditions apply |
| Costs | 20% of loan amount (establishment fee) + 4% of loan amount each month |
| Requirements | You must be over 18 and residing in Australia. |
| Available to Centrelink Borrowers? | Yes |
⚠️ Warning about Borrowing
Do you really need a loan today?*
It can be expensive to borrow small amounts of money and borrowing may not solve your money problems.
Check your options before you borrow:
- For information about other options for managing bills and debts, ring 1800 007 007 from anywhere in Australia to talk to a free and independent financial counsellor
- Talk to your electricity, gas, phone or water provider to see if you can work out a payment plan
- If you are on government benefits, ask if you can receive an advance from Centrelink: Phone: 13 17 94
The Government's MoneySmart website shows you how small amount loans work and suggests other options that may help you.
* This statement is an Australian Government requirement under the National Consumer Credit Protection Act 2009.
How does the Cash Converters Card work?
The option of receiving a loan is offered by participating Cash Converters stores, a list of which can be found on the Cash Converters website. Loan customers approved loans can be loaded onto the card in-store and they can spend the funds where eftpos is accepted – not online or over the phone.
The card can only be used to hold the loan amount; it can’t be used for customers to load their own funds on to. However, loan applicants can receive additional Cash Converters loans onto it if they choose to take out further financing.
Features of the Cash Converters Card
Before someone opts for the card in-store, it’s important for them to understand all the features it comes with. Here is a breakdown of what customers will receive with this card:
- Minimal fees. There is no fee to receive the card and there are minimal other charges, the main one being the ATM fees.
- Convenient spending. eftpos is widely accepted in stores across Australia, giving you an easy way to spend your funds.
- Safer than carrying cash. If someone has opted to receive their loan through the eftpos card, they can save themselves the hassle of depositing the funds into their bank account. This can be risky, especially when borrowing larger amounts.
- Have leftover funds transferred. If the card is no longer current and someone wants the funds in their card account transferred to their bank account, they can simply fill in a funds transfer request approval form to have this arranged.
- Lengthy card life. The card doesn’t expire for three years, giving customers a long time to use the funds and also load subsequent Cash Converters loans should they ever need them.
How much does the card cost?
Customers will receive a full breakdown of costs when they receive the card, but here are a few costs to keep in mind:
- Point-of-sale transactions: Free
- Non-rediATM transactions: ATM owner fees
- rediATM transactions: $2
Is there anything to keep in mind?
Before someone chooses to receive their loan onto the Cash Converters Card, it’s important to consider why they are applying for the loan. If they need it to pay bills or to use for something that doesn’t accept eftpos, then this card probably isn’t the best option for them.
This card cannot be used for payments online or over the phone, so if a loan customer needs to use their funds in this way, then this card is not the best option for them. Customers also cannot receive this card online – only when they apply for loans in-store.
Have more questions about the card?
What button do I select to make a purchase?
Select the “savings” button and then enter your PIN.
How much money is left on my card?
You can check your balance by entering your card number or account code on the Emerchants website.
How do I get my PIN?
When you receive your card in-store, you will also be given a four-digit PIN number.
I’ve forgotten my PIN number. How do I get a new one?
You can find out your PIN on the Emerchants website by entering your card number and personal details. You’ll need to have your email address added to the card to be able to do this. If you don’t have your email address linked to the card, get in contact with Cash Converters to do so.
Where can I use my card?
Anywhere in-store that eftpos is accepted. You cannot use your card online or over the phone.
Can I load my own funds to the card?
No, you can only access funds received from approved Cash Converters loans on the card.
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