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When Banks Market To Colleges, Students Lose, Says CFPB
When Banks Market To Colleges, Students Lose, Says CFPB
December 15, 2016  |  Banking

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau said Wednesday (Dec. 14) that fees and risk can be hallmarks of college-sponsored financial products. In a new report analyzing...

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Consumers Complaining About Debt Settlement, Check Cashing, Says CFPB
Consumers Complaining About Debt Settlement, Check Cashing, Says CFPB
November 30, 2016  |  CFPB

The CFPB said Tuesday (Nov. 29) that it released its monthly snapshot spotlighting consumer complaints, and the highest levels of complaints focused on debt settlement...

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It’s Time To Reset Consumer Financial Protection
It’s Time To Reset Consumer Financial Protection
November 28, 2016  |  CFPB

Consumers definitely need consumer financial protection. They are preyed upon by providers looking to make money on folks who are gullible, innumerate or just not...

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CFPB Sues Company That Scammed Lead Paint Poisioning Victims
CFPB Sues Company That Scammed Lead Paint Poisioning Victims
November 22, 2016  |  CFPB

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau said Monday (Nov. 21) that it filed a suit against Access Funding, alleging an illegal scheme that scammed lead paint...

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Financial Regulators Race To Get Reforms On The Books Before Inauguration Day
Financial Regulators Race To Get Reforms On The Books Before Inauguration Day
November 22, 2016  |  News

The race to Inauguration Day is on for financial regulators, who appear to be playing beat the clock trying to cement financial reforms before the...

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The CFPB Takes A Closer Look At Consumer Choices In Financial Data Sharing
The CFPB Takes A Closer Look At Consumer Choices In Financial Data Sharing
November 17, 2016  |  Regulation

The CFPB is taking a closer look at consumers and the relationship to their financial records — specifically the issues they face in accessing, using, and...

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Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Intensifies Land Contract Inquiry
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Intensifies Land Contract Inquiry
November 15, 2016  |  CFPB

The nation’s top consumer advocacy watchdog, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), is intensifying its investigation into high-interest seller-financed home sales. This type of home...

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Banks Sizzle, CFPB Fizzles And Snapchat Turns An Old Dud Into Holiday Retail’s New Stud
Banks Sizzle, CFPB Fizzles And Snapchat Turns An Old Dud Into Holiday Retail’s New Stud
November 11, 2016  |  Sizzle/Fizzle

Before we get into the the sizzles and fizzles of the week — a shout-out to the nation’s pollsters. The losing side is always surprised...

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CFPB And NY AG Announce Lawsuit Over Debt Collection Scheme
CFPB And NY AG Announce Lawsuit Over Debt Collection Scheme
November 03, 2016  |  CFPB

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau announced Wednesday (Nov. 2) that it, along with the New York Attorney General, launched a lawsuit against what it said...

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