Consumer Protection
CFPB rollback could weaken fair lending practices, consumer advocates say
Critics say the move could limit loans for mortgage, car loans, credit cards
Consumer Protection
It's a little hard to define but for our purposes, this section is all about consumer protection -- regulatory actions, laws, class actions and anything that helps take the edge off.
Consumer Protection
Looking for a quick escape from your timeshare?
Be careful! Steer clear of anyone who promises quick, easy action
Consumer Protection
Timeshare exit scheme promoter bilked consumers out of $90 million: FTC
Most timeshares are virtually worthless, fees are high and the contracts are nearly impossible to break.
Consumer Protection
California accuses Amazon of price-fixing, says it bullies vendors and competitors to raise prices
The company denies the allegations and says it is "proud" of its low prices
Consumer Protection
Maryland outlaws 'predatory pricing,' other states may follow
It's also called "dynamic" or "surveillance" pricing and it is not the consumer's friend
Consumer Protection
Maine is first to protect consumers from home equity investment loans
Law provides Mainers with the most comprehensive protections in the country
Consumer Protection
'Click to Cancel' rule coming to NYC but still blocked nationwide by a court ruling
Nothing annoys consumers more than being trapped in self-renewing subscriptions that are nearly impossible to break
Consumer Protection
CFPB can't go home again; Trump canceled its lease
The agency returned billions to consumers but has been largely shut down by the Trump White House
Consumer Protection
Immigration crackdown fuels wave of scams targeting vulnerable migrants
Victims pay thousands for fake legal help, bogus “protection” services
Consumer Protection
FTC cracks down on $8.8 million student loan relief scam that targeted struggling borrowers
Case highlights surge in “debt relief” fraud as millions of borrowers navigate repayment confusion
Consumer Protection
Jury finds Live Nation/Ticketmaster liable for monopolizing concert ticket market
States say fans were overcharged and rivals were shut out of venues
Consumer Protection
'Annoyance economy’ costs Americans $165 billion a year, report finds
Hidden fees, spam calls and customer service hurdles drain time and money