The Latest Breaking News from CFPB

7 Bank Verification Triggers That Can Delay Access to Your Own Money

A bank account can feel like a simple doorway to your money, until a security review suddenly puts a temporary pause on that access. Banks use verification steps to help protect customers from fraud, but those checks can create frustrating moments when legitimate transactions need extra attention.

The Free Financial Advisor · Aug 1

Credit Card Industry Needs More Regulation According to Insider, Ari Page

Ari Page argues the credit card stacking industry needs stronger oversight, higher standards, and greater transparency to better protect business owners.

International Business Times · Jul 31

7 Private Student Loan Complaint Records Families Should Keep Until the Balance Is Cleared

Private student loan problems can feel like a maze filled with confusing emails, changing representatives, and paperwork that seems to multiply overnight. Keeping the right complaint records gives families a clear trail when questions about payments, account details, or lender communications pop up.

The Free Financial Advisor · Jul 30

Man Goes To Mercedes Dealership With Navy Federal Check And $10,000: 'They Wanted A Copy Of My Degree.' Then He Goes To Carvana

'Go get u a Lexus baby!!!'

Motor1 · Jul 20

New Credit Card Fee Rules: 6 Fine‑Print Details That Could Cost You If You Ignore Them

Credit card late fees are back in the spotlight, and the fine print could matter more than ever. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has signaled that it may revisit credit card late fee regulations, creating new questions about what cardholders might pay when payments arrive late.

The Free Financial Advisor · Jul 17

Elizabeth Warren Says Trump's CFPB Overhaul Has Cost Americans $26.5 Billion Ahead of Vought Hearing

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) on Thursday highlighted a Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Minority Staff report estimating that the Trump administration’s overhaul of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has cost Americans up to $26.5 billion.

Benzinga · Jul 17

4 Takeaways From the Supreme Court's 2025–2026 Term

From executive power to civil liberties, what to make of a momentous year at SCOTUS?

Reason · Jul 14

Average Cardholder Could Save $220 a Year Under CFPB’s New $8 Late-Fee Rule

Missing a credit card payment has always felt like a double punch. First comes the stress of paying late, then comes a fee that can make an already tight budget feel even tighter. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau wants to change that by cutting the typical late fee from $32…

The Free Financial Advisor · Jul 5

Furniture Financing Questions to Ask Before Choosing “No Interest” Payments

A beautiful new sofa, dining set, or bedroom collection can transform a home in a single afternoon. Furniture stores know that large purchases can feel intimidating, which is why many shoppers encounter attractive offers promising “no interest” payments for a set period. The pitch sounds simple, convenient, and budget-friendly.

Everybody Loves Your Money · Jun 28

7 Shared-Debt Warning Signs Couples Should Check Before One Person’s Balance Hurts the Whole Household

Money problems rarely stay in one corner of a household. A credit card balance in one partner’s name, a student loan from years ago, or a missed payment can quietly influence spending decisions, savings goals, and financial security for everyone under the same roof.

Everybody Loves Your Money · Jun 21