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First, there was CFPB’s own reporting that showed a spike in complaints submitted by consumers through their portal - a 285% increase from 2023 to 2024, after the new rule went effect.

A next step could be to submit a second dispute with additional evidence to advance your case. You can also file complaints with the CFPB and your state attorney general’s office.

These violations can form the basis of a complaint to the CFPB or even a lawsuit, which might entitle you to damages of up to $1,000 plus actual damages and attorney fees.

It's expensive to send a letter. WEISSMANN: Chi Chi Wu says the CFPB started working on a rule banning parking during the second Obama administration and finalized the rule in 2020 under Donald Trump.

Dan: Normally, you file a complaint with the CFPB, the company responds to you within 15 days, according to the agency's website. Lara says companies pay attention– because the CFPB has a big stick.

Created under the 2010 Dodd--Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act and beginning its work in 2011, CFPB says it has fielded more than 7.7 million complaints and returned nearly $20 ...