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Everybody Loves Your Money
Everybody Loves Your Money
Business
Brandon Marcus

Why Loan Sharks Are Quietly Returning in Digital Form

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Loan sharks were once shady figures lurking in dark alleys, but now they’ve traded trench coats for apps and websites. With a few taps on a smartphone, cash-strapped people can land instant money, but the fine print is as sharp as the teeth of the sharks behind it.

These digital lenders often market themselves as friendly financial helpers while burying sky-high interest rates. What feels like a lifeline can quickly spiral into a financial trap. The predators didn’t disappear—they just evolved with the times.

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