How the CFPB's Supreme Court Win Helps Consumers

Learn how the recent Supreme Court ruling on the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) affects your finances. How does the CFPB protect consumers? Why does the recent CFPB court decision matter? Hosts Sean Pyles and Anna Helhoski discuss the recent Supreme Court decision that upheld the CFPB’s funding structure, explaining its significance and what it means for consumer protections. They also explain the history and function of the CFPB, including its role in consumer finances, and provide actionable insights on how you can leverage its resources to resolve financial issues, including how to file a complaint with the CFPB. Plus: the broader implications of the Supreme Court ruling for other federal agencies. Then, Sean and Anna cover the latest money headlines, including the Dow Jones hitting 40,000 for the first time, the current state of gas prices ahead of Memorial Day weekend, and new pricing transparency laws for cruises. In their conversation, the Nerds discuss: CFPB Supreme Court ruling, payday loans, financial regulation, consumer rights, financial protection, Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2010, credit card regulations, overdraft fees, Federal Reserve funding, mortgage complaints, student loan complaints, CFPB investigations, consumer complaints, financial watchdog, financial industry regulation, CFPB funding, payday lending rule, consumer finance, financial laws, debt relief, financial accountability, credit card late fees, mortgage protection, loan regulations, financial crisis response, banking regulations, consumer advocacy, credit card complaints, loan complaints, financial enforcement, financial industry oversight, and consumer protection laws. To send the Nerds your money questions, call or text the Nerd hotline at 901-730-6373 or email podcast@nerdwallet.com. Like what you hear? Please leave us a review and tell a friend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices