For more information about how the CFPB works and why it matters to everyday consumers’ financial lives, check out this video interview with Richard Cordray, former director of the CFPB and ...

The CFPB has taken enforcement action against financial ... Set up account alerts for large transactions and overdraft charges. — Frequently check credit reports for accuracy and signs of ...

The CFPB dropped a series of lawsuits at the end of February as the Trump administration continues to muzzle the federal government's consumer watchdog. Here's how to protect your finances.

Remember when the CFPB announced last year it would cap credit card late fees at $8? A typical late fee hovers around $32, so ...

Some examples of those enforcement actions include: Keeping credit bureaus in check. The CFPB protects consumers from negligence that could harm their credit scores. For example, in January 2025 ...