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WASHINGTON, D.C. — A new Federal Trade Commission (FTC) report highlights a dramatic rise in online job scams, particularly so-called task scams, which have seen explosive growth since 2020. These scams …
FTC Report Reveals Alarming Surge in Online Task Scams Read More
SEATTLE, WA — The median asking rent in the U.S. dropped 0.7% in November compared to the same month last year, hitting $1,595—the lowest level since March 2022. On a …
Good News for Renters: U.S. Rents Hit Lowest Level in Nearly Two Years – Act Now to Save Big! Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced premium discounts for over 3 million veterans, service members, and their families enrolled in its life insurance programs. The reduced …
VA Announces Life Insurance Premium Discounts for Millions Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued warning letters to 21 companies involved in marketing or generating sales leads for healthcare plans, emphasizing compliance with regulations designed to …
FTC Warns Healthcare Marketers Over Potentially Deceptive Practices Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Crenessity (crinecerfont) for use alongside glucocorticoids in managing classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) in patients aged four and older. …
FDA Approves Crenessity for Treating Classic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced the distribution of more than $540,000 in refunds to 1,625 individuals targeted by unlawful debt collection practices. Each affected consumer is …
FTC Issues Refunds to Victims of Abusive Debt Collection Practices Read More
SEATTLE, PA — Mortgage rate trends will continue to play a significant role in shaping the housing market in 2025, according to Zillow’s latest forecast. The report anticipates modest improvements …
2025 Housing Forecast Reveals Surprising Trends in Home Prices and Mortgage Rates Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken decisive action against a Nevada-based student loan debt relief operation, alleging it defrauded consumers through false claims and illegal practices. A …
FTC Halts Fraudulent Student Loan Debt Scheme Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) 2023 annual report on residential mortgage lending highlights a sharp decline in mortgage activities and rising costs for borrowers. The report, based …
Mortgage Market Meltdown: Skyrocketing Costs Slam Borrowers as Lending Craters Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has provided a quarterly update to its Strategic Operating Plan, outlining pivotal milestones in enforcement, taxpayer services, and digital transformation, aimed at modernizing …
IRS Strategic Operating Plan Achieves Billions in Recoveries, Enhances Taxpayer Support Read More