Not cool: the air conditioning scams offering fake deals in the heatwave
Criminals are operating fake retail websites during a UK heatwave, offering steep discounts on air conditioning units to trick consumers into revealing financial details.
Student loan promotion in England and Wales amounted to mis-selling, MPs say
A parliamentary committee concluded the government engaged in mis-selling of student loans through inaccurate promotional materials and failure to disclose that terms could change retrospectively.
New housing law targets affordability — what it means for homebuyers and sellers
Bipartisan housing legislation became law without presidential signature, combining measures to expand construction and financing while restricting large investor purchases, though experts caution meaningful relief will take time.
Student loan borrowers on new RAP plan can lose key benefits if they pay even one day late
Student loan borrowers on the new Repayment Assistance Plan must pay on time to retain key financial benefits, including interest waivers and principal matching contributions.
Consumers turn to buy now, pay later for essential expenses — with growing risks
Buy now, pay later services have surged to nearly $157 billion in originations, with nearly half of users reporting late payments as consumers increasingly use BNPL for essentials like groceries and medical expenses.