Key Takeaways CFPB secured $25 million settlement against Freedom Debt Relief – the largest debt settlement penalty in history Freedom charged fees without settling debts and made customers negotiate for themselves. The company violated federal consumer protection laws, including the Consumer Financial Protection Act and the Telemarketing Sales Rule. Chicago consumers harmed by Freedom Debt […]

If there’s a mistake on your credit report, it can mess up many things in your life. You might get turned down for a loan, charged more in interest, or even denied when trying to rent a place to live. It’s annoying when credit bureaus refuse to fix the problem. But here’s the good news: […]

Receiving numerous calls from debt collectors can be intimidating and stressful. In some cases, they do more than just ask for money. They might call repeatedly, leave threatening messages, or say things that make you worried or confused. This is not only annoying; it may also be illegal. If you live in Chicago and have […]

Financial misconduct can be challenging, especially when companies treat their employees unfairly. Some people face phone calls from debt collectors all day long. Others find mistakes on their credit reports that stop them from getting a job or renting a home. Some individuals receive promises of debt relief, yet their financial situation deteriorates further. All […]