Time exposure

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An overview is presented of the resurgence in timeshare in Australia and the different marketing approaches of the sales pitches. While former sales highlighted the investment opportunities of timeshare, the focus is now on a lifestyle approach.

Author: Syvret, Paul
Purchasing, Economic aspects, Marketing, Property acquisition, Timesharing (Real estate), Timeshares (Real estate), Second homes

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The little Australian

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A profile of the Bank of Queensland, Australia, is presented. The views of chief executive John Dawson are discussed and the bank's joint ventures with other companies to provide electronic banking services are described.

Author: Syvret, Paul
Banking industry, Analysis, Finance, Economic policy, Technology application, Customer satisfaction, Company Profile, Bank automation, Bank of Queensland Ltd.

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The quick and the debt

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The Australian micro lending sector is booming, but critics say the sector is encouraging consumer debt and needs regulating. Pay-day lenders offer quick, unsecured cash loans, but often charge high 'service fees'.

Author: Syvret, Paul
Laws, regulations and rules, Financial services industry, Financial services, Personal loans, Usury laws, Usury

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