Joe Biden Moves To Slash Bank Overdraft Fees With New Rule
“Banks call it a service,” the president said. “I call it exploitation.”
What Is Predatory Lending?
Learn to steer clear of these loans, which are great for the lender but horrible for your wallet.
Helping the Credit-Marginalized Conquer Overdraft Fees With Digital Banking
Consider a digital small-dollar loan platform to rectify and build back members' financial lives.
The U.S. government’s latest crackdown on banks could put more money in your pocket
New regulations from a government agency are set to relieve one of consumers' biggest complaints.
Community-Focused Credit Unions Should Have Dumped ‘Junk Fees’ Long Ago
CUs cannot profess to protect consumers while simultaneously maximizing their revenue through overdraft fees.
How Your Employer Can Help You Save for Emergencies
When I wrote about employer-provided emergency savings accounts four years ago, the idea was still pretty novel. Some companies were experimenting with ways to help their workers save for short-term needs, but the concept wasn’t even on the radar for many employers.
Leaders Across Sectors on Financial Inclusion
Katie Frost, Acting Associate Administrator for the Office of Capital Access, U.S. Small Business Administration, Shardé Marchewski, Head of Supplier Diversity, Wayfair and Jennifer Tescher, President & CEO, Financial Health Network discuss how to bridge the financial inclusion gap with Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Garnesha Ezediaro at the Bloomberg Sustainable Business Summit in New York.
These 2 iconic large companies are doubling down on their equity efforts
The Large brands recognized as Brands That Matter have used their size and name recognition to push high-minded goals.
Are your members happy?
People often fake it. We fake our physical ailments, we fake our emotional stability, and we fake our level of happiness. We nod along when asked. We put a smile on our face even if it doesn’t reflect what we’re feeling inside.
Mirror, mirror, on the wall
This October, I’m thrilled to be joining the incredibly talented team of Mitchell Stankovic & Associates for The Underground Collision, “Grimm Fairy Tales or Happily Ever After” on October 21st in Vegas. So, it’s fully appropriate that this article refers to the infamous quote from Snow White & the Seven Dwarves.
Report reveals disproportionate financial health decline over location and ethnicity
Economic challenges have affected individuals nationwide this year. Economic growth has stayed consistently low, and inflation, although declining, has dropped due to drastic rate hikes, pushing the cost of living to new levels. All consumers have felt the pinch.
What to know about renters insurance and what it does and doesn’t cover
When the unexpected happens — whether fire, hail, or human error — renters insurance can provide much-needed stability. But many choose not to purchase coverage, including in places most frequently and hardest hit by natural disasters, new research shows.