October 3, 2016
Cynthia's Story: Medical Bills & Title Loan Create a Debt Trap
Dangerous and abusive payday lenders, consumer installment lenders, and auto title...
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Consumer Protections
September 1, 2016
Wage Assignment & Consumer Protections Bill Signed into Law
The Wage Assignment & Consumer Protections Bill (SB2804) was signed into law by Governor...
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Car Title Lending
July 20, 2016
Help us Curb Payday & Auto Title Lending
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) recently released proposed rules that aim to curb...
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Consumer Protections
June 2, 2016
CFPB Releases Proposed Rules on Predatory Lending
Today the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) released proposed rules aimed at addressing...
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Consumer Protections
April 8, 2016
A Day in the Life of an IABG Advocate
Ever wonder what it’s like to work in Springfield? Follow me on a recent day in Springfield...
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Car Title Lending
October 27, 2015
No Right Turn
More and more Illinois consumers are turning to auto title loans in an attempt to make ends meet,...
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Car Title Lending
October 27, 2015
Jason and Amber's Story: Choosing Between Loan Payments & Health
Last summer, Amber and Jason bought a new home for their family in Rantoul, Illinois. During their...
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Car Title Lending
October 27, 2015
Mark's Story: Owing $15,000 for $2,500 in Loans
Mark has lived and worked in Chicago his entire life. For more than 42 years, he supported his...
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Car Title Lending
October 27, 2015
Paul's Story: "I Was in a Bind."
Paul lives with his two teenage daughters in the small town of Fairmount, Illinois. He has worked...
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