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FTC Extends Deadline for Compliance With Safeguards Rule

Troutman Sanders

Financial institutions subject to the new requirements include mortgage lenders, mortgage brokers, motor vehicle dealers, payday lenders, finance companies, account servicers, check cashing companies, wire transferors, collection agencies, credit counselors and other financial advisors, tax preparation firms, non-federally insured credit unions, and (..)

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8 Ways to Consolidate Credit Card Debt 

Credit Corp

Keep in mind that some lenders charge an up-front, one-time origination fee ranging from 1% to 10% of the total loan amount. To get a credit card consolidation loan, take the following steps: Step 1: Research lenders, such as credit unions, banks, or online lenders. Step 3: Decide on a lender and apply.