Consumer Federation of America

The Consumer Federation of America is an association of more than 250 nonprofit consumer organizations established to advance the consumer interest.

[National Mortgage News @NatMortgageNews]

"By locking in a 12% funding floor and making disbursements mandatory, this bill ensures that invented legal theories cannot sideline the CFPB from protecting people from financial predators," said Adam Rust of @ConsumerFed.
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[America Saves @AmericaSaves]

Time for another #FeatureFriday, featuring a tip to help you #savemoney! 

Tip #21: Pay your bills on auto-pay. This ensures they are paid on time, in full to avoid late charges. As a bonus, some loan providers offer a small interest rate deduction if you enroll in auto-pay.

[Howard County Office of Consumer Protection @HoCoConsumer]

Our Office was pleased to speak at Consumer Federation of America's #ConsumerAssembly about the ways we help our consumers and tenants on a daily basis.

[Consumer Federation of America @ConsumerFed]

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau deleted at least 2,200 webpages from its website last month, a move advocates say is just the most recent part of a larger plan to “undermine an agency that’s helped people”, said @AdamRust9 #CFPB
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[Consumer Federation of America @ConsumerFed]

Private credit has grown dramatically in recent years, but what does it mean for #investors and #RetirementSavers ? Hear from industry and regulatory experts on the opportunities, risks, and future of this rapidly evolving market. #ConsumerAssembly #InvestorProtection

[NCLC @NCLC4consumers]

“[The CFPB have] rebalanced the odds between big banks and regular people,” @AdamRust9 @ConsumerFed said. “But industry doesn’t like the mission, and Russell Vought has implemented their wishes to undermine it.” #ProtectConsumers @guardian https://t.co/cMYFv0YLt0

[Consumer Federation of America @ConsumerFed]

What are ways governments can help reduce #utility and #energy costs for consumers? Hear Jackie Wong of @NRDC explain

[Consumer Federation of America @ConsumerFed]

Energy costs are rising, #UtilityBills are becoming less predictable, and consumers are often left holding the bag. Join experts to discuss how policymakers can better protect households from volatility in #Energy markets. #ConsumerAssembly

[Consumer Federation of America @ConsumerFed]

Hear Joshua Miller of @Public_Citizen speak about the gaps that exist regarding proposed legislation surrounding #PredictionMarkets

[Consumer Federation of America @ConsumerFed]

Prediction markets are expanding rapidly, but are consumer protections keeping pace? Join experts as they explore the regulatory, financial, and ethical questions surrounding this growing industry. #ConsumerAssembly #InvestorProtection #PredictionMarkets

[Consumer Federation of America @ConsumerFed]

Join Congresswoman @RepDeborahRoss for a fireside chat on the challenges facing consumers and the role policymakers can play in advancing affordability, accountability, and consumer protection. #ConsumerAssembly #ConsumerProtection #Affordability

[Consumer Federation of America @ConsumerFed]

In the absence of Federal regulators, hear Kevin Vermillion of the #DC Office of Consumer Protection discuss his concern with #StudentLoan complaints

[Consumer Federation of America @ConsumerFed]

States and local govt are on the front line of the affordability crisis. Join consumer protection leaders from #Maryland, #NewYorkCity, and Washington, #DC as they discuss innovative approaches to protecting consumers and lowering costs. #ConsumerAssembly

[Consumer Federation of America @ConsumerFed]

As #homeownership moves further out of reach, alternative housing models are gaining attention. Learn how cooperatives, community land trusts, and shared-equity homeownership can expand #affordability while protecting consumers. #ConsumerAssembly

[Consumer Federation of America @ConsumerFed]

Hear CFA’s Ethan Weiland describe the racial #insurance premium gap found in our upcoming report #Redlined confronting persistent inequities in #HomeInsurance pricing

[Consumer Federation of America @ConsumerFed]

New CFA research reveals troubling disparities in #HomeInsurance pricing. Join us for a critical conversation on #redlining, racial premium gaps, housing #affordability, and what policymakers can do to ensure fair access to insurance coverage. #ConsumerAssembly

[Consumer Federation of America @ConsumerFed]

“Commercialized #gambling is a form of consumer financial #fraud”

Hear @LesBernal of Stop Predatory Gambling explain what it means when people say “The House Always Wins”

[Janet Domenitz @Janet_MASSPIRG]

"99 out of 100 people lose money on sports gambling apps." @LesBernal educating @ConsumerFed #consumerassembly

[Consumer Federation of America @ConsumerFed]

Fintech companies are increasingly targeting young consumers with risky #financial products. Our expert panel discusses how we can protect the next generation from predatory practices and financial exploitation. #ConsumerAssembly #Fintech #ConsumerProtection

[Consumer Federation of America @ConsumerFed]

“This is an age of un - #affordability that is being driven by a lack of #accountability”

- @MDComptroller