By Charlene Crowell, NNPA Columnist June 26, 2015 Charlene Crowell, NNPA Columnist When it comes to consumer finance, traditional lenders usually review credit scores before reaching a decision. In general, the higher a consumer’s credit score is, the lower the cost of credit they will pay. Conversely, the lower one’s credit score, […]
Debt Collection Report Captures Horror Stories
By Nisa Islam Muhammad June 12, 2015 Nisa Islam Muhammad is Special to the NNPA from The Final Call. A new report by the Center for Responsible Lending has revealed what many consumers have known for years. Debt collectors often cross the line with abusive behaviors. From coercive language to […]