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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has filed a lawsuit against Acima and its former CEO Aaron Allred. The agency accuses them of misleading consumers into high-cost …
CFPB Sues Acima Over Deceptive Lending Practices Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has issued a circular alerting law enforcement agencies and regulators about the potential illegality of broad nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) that deter …
CFPB Warns Companies Against Using Broad NDAs to Muzzle Whistleblowers Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has introduced a new rule to regulate paycheck advance products, often marketed as “earned wage” products. The proposal aims to ensure …
CFPB Proposes Rule to Regulate Paycheck Advance Products Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) recently issued a strong warning against using unlawful or unenforceable terms in contracts for consumer financial products. This move targets companies …
CFPB Warns Against Unlawful Fine Print in Consumer Contracts Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has initiated a public inquiry into the mounting junk fees that are elevating mortgage closing costs. The bureau aims to uncover …
CFPB Launches Inquiry Into Rising Mortgage Closing Costs and Junk Fees Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a significant shift, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) recently ruled that Buy Now, Pay Later lenders are credit card providers according to the law. This …
“Buy Now, Pay Later” No Longer the Wild West: CFPB Rules Lenders Must Provide Full Credit Card Protections Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — Imagine for a moment that you’ve borrowed money under the premise of zero-interested loans, only to be tricked into paying hidden fees disguised as “tips” or “donations”. …
SoLo Funds Under Fire: CFPB Sues Fintech Giant for Deceptive Loan Tactics Read More
WAYNE, PA — In a splendid ceremony attended by over 1,500 guests, Blakely Page, a luminary in the capital management sphere, was recently honored with the prestigious HeartShare Humanitarian Award. …
Financial Titan Blakely Page Honored with HeartShare Humanitarian Award for Philanthropic Excellence Read More
RADNOR, PA – In the competitive world of financial services, where clarity and user experience can significantly impact consumer decisions, Lincoln Financial Group (NYSE: LNC) has distinguished itself once again. …
Lincoln Financial Group Earns Top Marks from DALBAR for Annuity Illustrations and Life Insurance Website Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) just fired a shot across the bow of companies operating comparison-shopping tools. Often accused of manipulating consumer choices, these corporations are …
Unmasking Digital Deception: CFPB Targets Unfair Practices Among Comparison-Shopping Tools Read More