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Minnesota federal court decision is warning to lead generators

CFPB Monitor

A Minnesota federal district court recently ruled that lead generators for a payday lender could be liable for punitive damages in a class action filed on behalf of all Minnesota residents who used the lender’s website to obtain a payday loan during a specified time period.

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Is commercial lending on the rise?

Independent Banker

Loan providers share an infectious enthusiasm and growing optimism for one vertical’s prospects in 2022: commercial lending. Here’s how community bankers can take advantage of various sectors—including SBA lending—over the next 12 months. anticipates a low double-digit increase in its commercial lending in 2022. Quick Stat.

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CA Denies Lending License For BNPL Firm Sezzle

PYMNTS

Sezzle — a “buy now, pay later” (BNPL) company based in Minnesota, but listed in Australia — was denied a crucial lending license from California. Afterpay released a statement confirming approval of its own California lending license six weeks ago, upping its shares by 4.6 The company offers U.S. ”

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Predatory Loan Prevention Bill Introduced in Florida to Codify “True Lender” Analysis

CFPB Monitor

Florida SB 146, a bill that would add a “Predatory loan prevention” section to the Florida Consumer Finance Act has been introduced in the Florida Senate, seeking to curb bank-model lending programs and codify a “true lender” analysis with language similar to legislation enacted in Minnesota and other states within the past three years.

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The benefits of micro-lending programs

Independent Banker

In addition, compliance risk associated with small business loans could become even more difficult if the new Section 1071 rule proposed by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau regarding small business lending data collection is finalized. Beth Mattson-Teig is a writer in Minnesota.

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Best Personal Loans in Minnesota in 2020

MyBankTracker

Minnesota is home to plenty of great options for borrowers who are seeking personal loans. With one of the highest average credit scores in the country, Minnesota residents can qualify for low interest rates on these loans. If you’re looking for a personal loan in Minnesota, we’ll discuss some of your best options.

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The case for end-to-end digital lending

Independent Banker

Offering digital lending isn’t about the bells and whistles. started developing its digital lending platform about three years ago—and the bank is really glad it did. “I’m Community bankers are increasingly recognizing that the future of digital lending is here. Illustration by Out of the box/Stocksy. By Beth Mattson-Teig.

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