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Several Trade Associations Join Calls to CFPB to Stay Implementation of its Section 1071 Final Rule

Troutman Sanders

On August 18, the American Financial Services Association, Consumer Bankers Association, CRE Finance Council, Equipment Leasing and Finance Association, Mortgage Bankers Association, National Association of Federally-Insured Credit Unions, Truck Renting and Leasing Association, and the U.S.

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FTC Provides CFPB With Annual Report of ECOA Activities

Troutman Sanders

On February 9, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) submitted its annual letter to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) summarizing its activities enforcing the Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA) and its implementing regulation, Regulation B. This letter is included in the CFPB’s annual report to Congress on the ECOA.

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10 Reasons You Were Rejected for Credit

Credit Corp

This code means you don’t have any installment loans in your credit history or you haven’t had one active in a while. Creditors like to see that you can handle a mix of revolving and installment loan accounts, and a good credit mix can actually help improve your score. Recently opened bank revolving trades.

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Troutman Pepper Weekly Consumer Financial Services COVID-19 Newsletter

Troutman Sanders

On February 23, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced it has provided the CFPB an annual summary of its activities, enforcing the Equal Credit Opportunity Act and Regulation B. The options now will be reviewed to determine their potential impact on small businesses. For more information, click here.

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Troutman Pepper Weekly Consumer Financial Services Newsletter

Troutman Sanders

On January 4, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the State of Connecticut announced they are filing suit against an auto dealer for several of its business practices. For more information, click here. They allege that the dealer deceived consumers about the price of certified used cars, add-ons, and government fees.

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Troutman Pepper Weekly Consumer Financial Services Newsletter

Troutman Sanders

On October 11, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a new proposed rule to prohibit junk fees, which are hidden and bogus fees that can harm consumers and undercut honest businesses. On October 11, the CFPB published its analysis regarding the nonsufficient fund (NSF) fee practices of a number of banks and credit unions.

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How to Pay Collections

Credit Corp

If you suspect that you are being contacted by a scammer, you can submit a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission. Collectors must provide a written notice explaining the debt—including the amount, the name of the original creditor, and your right to dispute the debt—within five days of contacting you the first time.