Military Officials Head to Sacramento in Payday Loan Protest
The issue of military payday loans is growing around the country. The FTC may even step in. Out west, however, the L.A. Times reports on an unusual lobbying effort.
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Archive: June 2006 — Page 5
International Survey: Americans Most Likely to Have No Spare Cash, Apply For Fast Loans
In a recent survey, a Dublin, Ireland research institution, Research and Markets, found that U.S. consumers were the most likely to have "no spare cash." This would suggest that Americans, more than any other nationality, are likely to…
Payday Loan Company Adds New Products
As student loan debt rises, it's good to know one payday loan company is doing something about it. LeadPoint Inc. recently announced the addition of three new categories to its growing roster of leads traded on its exchange.
University of Wisconsin Research Group Receives Grant to Promote Better Financial Management
The Center on Business and Poverty at the University of Wisconsin-Madison received a two-year, $35,000 grant from the Helen Bader Foundation.
The Payday Loan Times Police Blotter
Because they are, by nature, locations where people can access quick cash, it's no surprise that payday loan stores are easy targets for criminals. A look at today's industry news reveals two armed robberies involving payday loans, one of…
FTC Acts on Problems with Military Payday Loans
As consumers are being educated about payday loans in general, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) may soon be focusing its efforts specifically on military payday loans.
Bill to Legalize New Short-Term, High-Interest Auto Title Loans On the Table in Louisiana
A new type of small loan in Louisiana that would use autos as collateral and charge interest rates of 25 percent per month has drawn heavyweight lobbyists and consumer advocates groups into a heated legislative debate.