Predatory lending might sound like a finance buzzword, but its impact is all too real. Picture signing up for a loan that seems like a quick fix, only to discover hidden fees and sky-high interest ...

Discover how 'rent now, pay later' loans are putting working people at risk with hidden fees and deceptive practices. Read ...

Many Americans continue to find it challenging to keep up with the rising cost of living. Most Americans’ household finances feel insecure – especially people who live paycheck to paycheck with little ...

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Guest Opinion. My foremost responsibility as Principal Chief is to protect the well-being of the Cherokee people. That responsibility extends beyond our health, culture and sovereignty to include ...

Payday loans in our community are like seawater to the thirsty — they may seem like relief at first, but ultimately cause more harm than help. Recently, an op-ed was published (“Dunleavy was right to ...

Since the federal Truth in Lending Act doesn’t extend protections for small businesses seeking commercial loans, a handful of states, including New York, have stepped up to help small-business ...

The private equity firm controlled a network of 25 companies that extended predatory loans to over 1,000 small businesses in the state. The judgement marks the largest single-state consumer settlement ...

Through a $1 billion settlement announced by New York Attorney General Letitia James, Yellowstone Capital agreed to wipe out more than $534 million in debt of its small-business clients. It resolves ...