Banking Overdrafts: Fees, Policy, and Financial Inclusion
Impossible d'ajouter des articles
Échec de l’élimination de la liste d'envies.
Impossible de suivre le podcast
Impossible de ne plus suivre le podcast
Banking Overdrafts: Fees, Policy, and Financial Inclusion
-
Lu par :
-
De :
À propos de ce contenu audio
This episode analyze the multifaceted issue of bank overdraft fees, examining the financial, consumer, and regulatory angles. One source documents the significant political reversal of a Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) rule that sought to cap overdraft fees at $5, illustrating the debate surrounding financial regulation. Simultaneously, academic research demonstrates that banks’ aggressive charging methods, specifically the practice of high-to-low transaction reordering, actively drive low-income households toward costly alternative financial services like payday loans. Consumer advice columns and personal testimonials offer practical guidance on how individuals can mitigate these charges by negotiating fee waivers or switching to institutions known for having no overdraft fees. Ultimately, the texts highlight the severe consequences faced by consumers, including being reported to the negative banking database ChexSystems for unpaid balances, which restricts future access to mainstream banking.
Vous êtes membre Amazon Prime ?
Bénéficiez automatiquement de 2 livres audio offerts.Bonne écoute !
