Understanding Federal Direct Loans for College
Clear guide to federal Direct Loans, including subsidized, unsubsidized, PLUS, and consolidation loans and how they support college costs.
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Understanding the CFPB Payday Lending Rule
Learn how the CFPB payday lending rule governs payment practices, protects consumers from repeated failed withdrawals, and applies to high-cost…
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Understanding Home Equity Contracts and Their Hidden Costs
Learn how home equity contracts work, why they are costly compared with other options, and what risks and trade-offs homeowners…
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ATM Check Deposits: When Funds Are Available, Quick Guide
Learn when funds from ATM check deposits become available, how bank rules and federal law apply, and ways to access…
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Leadership of the CFPB Director: Role, Powers, and Impact
An in-depth look at the CFPB Director’s role, authority, appointment, and impact on consumer financial protection policy and enforcement.
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Should You Consolidate or Refinance Your Student Loans?
Learn the key differences between student loan consolidation and refinancing, plus how to decide which, if either, is right for…
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How Capital One’s Savings Practices Sparked a Major CFPB Lawsuit
Explore why the CFPB sued Capital One over its 360 savings products, alleging more than $2 billion in lost interest…
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CFPB’s Equifax Action: What It Means for Consumers
Learn how the CFPB’s enforcement action against Equifax changed credit reporting rules, addressed deceptive practices, and strengthened consumer protections.
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Understanding VA Home Loans for Veterans and Service Members
Clear, practical guide to VA-backed home loans, including benefits, eligibility, costs, and key pros and cons for veterans and service…
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CFPB Action Against New Day Financial: What Veterans Need to Know
Learn how New Day Financial misled borrowers in VA cash-out refinances, what the CFPB ordered, and how veterans can protect…
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