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Doxo FTC Settlement: New $2.1M Consumer Relief Update
Doxo FTC settlement terms would require the bill-payment company to pay $2.1 million for consumer redress. Refund eligibility and timing have not been announced. Key Facts The proposed order requires Doxo to pay $2.1 million for potential consumer redress. The FTC alleged misleading biller affiliations, unclear fees, and recurring subscription charges. No Doxo refund application…
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Medical Debt Banned From Credit Reports Under New CFPB Rule
Medical debt banned from credit reports marks a major shift by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. While this reform protects millions from sudden credit score drops, it does not cancel the underlying medical debts. Key Facts Credit file protection: Nationwide credit reporting agencies cannot include medical debt on consumer credit files. Underwriting changes: Lenders may…
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RentGrow Tenant Screening Settlement: What Renters
The RentGrow tenant screening settlement proposes a $2.25 million penalty over alleged reporting and dispute failures. The proposed order awaits court approval, and officials announced no consumer refund program. By Shailendra Singh Published: August 17, 2026 Key Facts The proposed settlement includes a $2.25 million civil penalty and new compliance requirements. The FTC alleges duplicate…
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CFPB Complaint Narratives: What Changes Now
Updated: August 20, 2026 CFPB complaint narratives will no longer be published in the Consumer Complaint Database under a policy change announced August 14, 2026. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau says it is also ending associated public visualizations, but consumers can still submit complaints and the agency says it will continue processing and monitoring them.…