The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) today sued a student loan debt relief company, its owner, and manager for allegedly charging thousands of consumers more than $3.5 million in illegal upfront fees.
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) today sued a student loan debt relief company, its owner, and manager for allegedly charging thousands of consumers more than $3.5 million in illegal upfront fees.
Read more / Original news source: https://www.consumerfinance.gov/about-us/newsroom/cfpb-takes-action-against-operators-of-an-unlawful-student-loan-debt-relief-scheme/
On October 28, 2020, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Private Education Loan Ombudsman issued the 2020 Annual Report, which shows that that from September 1, 2019, through August 31, 2020, the Bureau handled approximately 7,000 complaints relat…
On October 28, 2020, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Private Education Loan Ombudsman issued the 2020 Annual Report, which shows that that from September 1, 2019, through August 31, 2020, the Bureau handled approximately 7,000 complaints related to private or federal student loans.
Read more / Original news source: https://www.consumerfinance.gov/about-us/newsroom/cfpb-private-education-loan-ombudsman-issues-2020-annual-report/
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau today released the first episodes of a two-part podcast series for students, parents, and practitioners on managing finances before, during, and after college.
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau today released the first episodes of a two-part podcast series for students, parents, and practitioners on managing finances before, during, and after college.
Read more / Original news source: https://www.consumerfinance.gov/about-us/newsroom/cfpb-announces-podcast-series-paying-higher-education/
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau issued a report examining the early effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on consumer credit.
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau issued a report examining the early effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on consumer credit.
Read more / Original news source: https://www.consumerfinance.gov/about-us/newsroom/cfpb-report-examines-pandemic-impact-on-consumer-credit/
To help students navigate paying for college, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau released the "Your Financial Path to Graduation" web tool designed to help students clearly understand the total cost of attending college and make informe…
To help students navigate paying for college, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau released the "Your Financial Path to Graduation" web tool designed to help students clearly understand the total cost of attending college and make informed decisions about paying for their education.
Read more / Original news source: https://www.consumerfinance.gov/about-us/newsroom/cfpb-releases-online-tool-help-college-students-determine-how-pay-college/
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and the U.S. Department of Education announced a new coordination agreement in order to better serve student loan borrowers.
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and the U.S. Department of Education announced a new coordination agreement in order to better serve student loan borrowers.
Read more / Original news source: https://www.consumerfinance.gov/about-us/newsroom/cfpb-us-department-education-sign-memorandum-understanding-better-serve-student-loan-borrowers/
The
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (Bureau) today announced a settlement with
Student CU Connect CUSO, LLC (CUSO), a company set up to hold and manage
private loans for students at ITT Technical Institute.
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (Bureau) today announced a settlement with Student CU Connect CUSO, LLC (CUSO), a company set up to hold and manage private loans for students at ITT Technical Institute.
Read more / Original news source: https://www.consumerfinance.gov/about-us/newsroom/bureau-settles-student-cu-connect-cuso-over-itt-private-loan-program/
The Department of Education is sending letters to veterans with severe
disabilities notifying them that they may be eligible for a tax-free discharge
of their outstanding student loans. Here’s what to look for if you’re eligible.
The Department of Education is sending letters to veterans with severe disabilities notifying them that they may be eligible for a tax-free discharge of their outstanding student loans. Here’s what to look for if you’re eligible.
Read more / Original news source: https://www.consumerfinance.gov/about-us/blog/check-your-mailbox-veterans-severe-disabilities-and-student-loans-should-keep-eye-out/
New research report detailing how borrowers are paying off their student
loans, what they do after, and what it might mean for their personal finances
and the broader economy.
New research report detailing how borrowers are paying off their student loans, what they do after, and what it might mean for their personal finances and the broader economy.
Read more / Original news source: https://www.consumerfinance.gov/about-us/blog/new-research-report-student-loan-repayment-and-broader-household-borrowing/
