Troops’ best defense against fraud is in jeopardy, advocates warn“The thought of CFPB going away is frightening,” one advocate told senators.By Karen Jowers7 months ago
Troops will get part of a $5M settlement in alleged title loan scamVehicle title loans to military troops and dependents are prohibited by law, period. Feds allege TitleMax doctored information about military status.By Karen Jowers15 months ago
Why banks should be treated the same as credit unions on baseThe authors of this commentary say Congress should level the playing field for banks and credit unions operating on military bases.By Rob Nichols, Steve Lepper and Rebeca Romero Rainey5 years ago
‘Blue water’ veterans bill clears Senate, heads to White House for final signatureThe measure had been stalled on Capitol Hill for several weeks, as court moves took precedence for advocates.By Leo Shane III5 years ago
Advocates renew push for protecting troops from predatory lendersSome fear the 300 percent APR loan will come back for troops, families, if feds don't resume the monitoring.By Karen Jowers5 years ago
LinkedIn expands its free program for military spouses -- adding Coast Guard, caregivers, families of the fallenFree LinkedIn Premium program, which normally costs $30 a month, now also now covers spouses' job loss, career change.By Karen Jowers5 years ago
How to leverage credit card benefits afforded to service membersService members should take advantage of the credit card benefits under SCRA and the Military Lending Act, this author says.By Capt. Rich Dolan5 years ago
Army secretary: ‘I want to put dollars’ into child care for familiesHere's how the Army is seeking to provide more child care for soldiers and their families, and cutting off fee assistance to Army civilians.By Karen Jowers5 years ago
Who’s watching payday lenders? Feds ask for specific authority to protect troops’ financesConsumer Financial Protection Bureau wants clarification to allow them to examine payday lenders and enforce protections for service members.By Karen Jowers5 years ago
Advocates launch $250K ad campaign to support protections for troops against predatory lendersAds are running in 17 publications over the next few days.By Karen Jowers6 years ago
Commentary: Feds moving in wrong (and dangerous) direction on military consumer protectionIt is not hyperbole to state that financial distress compromises individual and unit combat effectiveness.By Army Col. Paul Kantwill (Ret.)6 years ago
Advocates to Mattis: Don’t waver in protecting troops against predatory lenders Weakening protections might mean more predatory lenders popping up outside military bases, advocates sayBy Karen Jowers6 years ago