What Are iCIRT Ratings And How Do They Protect Buyers
29th Jan 2025

Buying a home or investing in property is a significant financial decision—one that comes with risks, especially in identifying reliable builders and developers. To assist in addressing these challenges, the Independent Construction Industry Rating Tool (iCIRT) was developed. iCIRT empowers buyers by providing transparent, data-driven ratings for builders and developers, helping them make informed decisions. But how does it work, and why is it so vital?

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Insights from Equifax’s Panel Discussion: The Intersection of Innovation, AI and Open Data
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Integrating AI into Your Strategic Vision: Steps for Success

Is there a clear plan in your company for the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI), or is it being figured out on the fly?

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We are constantly expanding the depth and predictiveness of our data to help you innovate faster and create more effective insights into the people and communities you serve - enabling more financially inclusive opportunities.

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Fraud risk is fast becoming a costly issue for auto dealerships. The shift to online purchasing has given fraudsters, scammers and criminal syndicates, more opportunity to manipulate fidentity information to secure loans and acquire vehicles through deception. 

With the lure of lucrative payouts, fraudsters are refining their tactics to exploit gaps in fraud protection strategies, including how customer identities and driver’s licenses are verified and authenticated.

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Statement on Pacific Project Group (PPG) being identified as an iCIRT-rated builder

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As cyber fraud threats rise, consumers increasingly want to feel confident about the security of their personal data when applying for home loans. According to the Equifax Mortgage Broker Pulse Survey 2024, 59% of consumer respondents feel unclear about how brokers and lenders manage their data, with half believing their data is only ‘somewhat safe’.

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Keeping on top of your registrations on the Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) isn’t just a one-time task – it’s an ongoing commitment to safeguarding your interests. 

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Why PPSR Guidance is Needed During Insolvency Surge

By Malcolm Poslinsky, PPSR Specialist, EDX from Equifax

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The ongoing housing crisis remains a hot topic and one of the major concerns for many Australians. Figures from Equifax1 confirm a troubling trend: home ownership in Australia becomes a progressively distant aim for younger people. 

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