Expert Global Solutions Debt Collectors Fined $3.2 Million
July 10, 2013, by Beth May
The FTC just levied a fine totaling more than $3 million against Expert Global Solutions Debt Collectors.
Is CFPB Facing Massive Changes?
June 25, 2013, by Jon Dell
CFPB is facing heat again for simply doing its job. Republicans continue to undermine the agency and Director Cordray’s efforts.
CFPB: Seniors Vulnerable in Financial Matters
April 22, 2013, by Antonio Bard
According to CFPB, fraudsters are targeting seniors more often as they commit credit card fraud and other financial scams, according to its new report. Senior Designations for Financial Advisors: Reducing Consumer Confusion and Risks.
Is it Time for CFPB to Show Freddie Mac How it’s Done?
March 25, 2013, by Jon Dell
Is it time for Freddie Mac to step aside and let the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau take over for homeowners?
2012: The Year of Credit Changes, Scandals Part 4
December 20, 2012, by Jon Dell
2012 will go down in history as a very eventful 12 months for the financial and credit sectors. Here are big stories from fourth quarter.
Is CFPB Overstepping Boundaries?
November 22, 2012, by Antonio Bard
Even after its impressive first two years, there are still critics of Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
Slow Lending: Why is CFPB to Blame?
July 27, 2012, by Jon Dell
Republicans are upset with CFPB for not kick starting the slow lending pace in the U.S. The question is why – especially since it’s done more in the past year than most elected officials.
CFPB: New Consumer Ally
August 18, 2011, by Jon Dell
The CFPB has burst onto the financial scene with a focus on protecting consumers from overwhelming new credit card laws from 2009 Credit Card Act and Dodd-Frank Act, as well as unfair lending practices.