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Morgan Drexen, a debt settlement company, has gone out of business after being sued by the CFPB in 2013 and filing for bankruptcy in 2015. If you’re a customer of Morgan Drexen this article will tell you what your next steps should be. [7/21/15]

The FTC will be holding its second and third debt collection dialogues this fall. The best part? Both events are free and open to the public! [7/20/15]

The OCC has released its enforcement actions, although the list is pretty slim this go-around. [7/20/15]

Fair housing is an issue that everyone can relate to, and HUD has finalized a rule which will further the arm of fair housing. HUD’s final rule is meant to provide better protection and communication when it comes to the Fair Housing Act. [7/16/15]

The CFPB’s hits its four-year mark on July 21, but they aren’t waiting to celebrate! This article details everything the CFPB has done for you, and don’t worry, they’ll be releasing more articles like this up until their four-year mark. [7/16/15]

HUD recently announced its winners for the prestigious and highly-coveted “HUD Secretary’s Award for Healthy Homes” award. Four model programs were selected around the country for their consistent and valiant efforts to improve the health of lower-income residents in their area. [7/15/15]

State Regulators are clamoring for the Senate to pass legislation giving marijuana businesses access to the national banking system. In a letter to the Senate, the NASCUS claims there is too much ambiguity around serving these types of businesses due to the dichotomy of Federal and State laws concerning the legality of marijuana. [7/15/15]

Past practices at Honda have cost minority borrowers thousands of dollars in higher interest rates compared to their white peers, with no regard to credit history. The company recently reached an agreement with the CFPB and Department of Justice to reduce discretionary markups by dealerships and implement a new compensation system. The CFPB and DOJ have high hopes that Honda’s actions will galvanize the rest of the industry to follow suit. [7/15/15]

NACHA’s 2016 PAYMENTS conference has been announced and will be held in April 2016. This conference centers around innovation, challenges, and opportunities within the payment industry. [7/13/15]

The video recording of the NCUA’s June Board meeting is now available for your viewing pleasure. [7/13/15]