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Consumer Finance Monitor

Ballard Spahr LLP
CFPB
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Buy Now, Pay Later
Dodd-Frank Act
Cantero V. Bank Of America
Consumer Financial Services
Interest Rate Exportation
Digital Wallets
Office Of the Comptroller Of the Currency (OCC)
National Banking Act
New York Statute On Escrow Accounts
Mass Arbitration
Regulatory Compliance
Flagstar Bank
Operation Choke Point
Fair Credit Reporting Act
Medical Debt
Rewards Programs
Federal Reserve
Mortgage Escrow Accounts

The Consumer Financial Services industry is changing quickly. This weekly podcast from national law firm Ballard Spahr focuses on the consumer finance issues that matter most, from new product development and emerging technologies to regulatory compliance and enforcement and the ramifications of private litigation. Our legal team—recognized as one of the industry's finest— will help you make sense... more

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Today's episode features Part 1 of our October 30, 2025 webinar, "AI in Financial Services: Understanding the White House Action Plan – and What It Leaves Out." In this installment, a panel of leading experts breaks down the rapidly evolving role of ... more

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Today's episode marks the second of a two-part series, with Part One having been released on November 13th. In this installment, we continue our conversation on the many changes in fair lending policy and enforcement under the second Trump administra... more

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Today's episode marks the first of a two-part series, with Part Two scheduled for release on November 20th. In this installment, we examine the sweeping changes in fair lending policy and enforcement under the second Trump administration.

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Recent Guests

Brad Blower
Founder of Inclusive Partners LLC, expert in fair lending, consumer protection, and strategic policy
Inclusive Partners LLC
Episode: Fair Lending Developments Under Trump 2.0 – Part 1
Rich Andreano
Practice group leader of the Mortgage Banking Group at Ballard Spahr
Ballard Spahr
Episode: Fair Lending Developments Under Trump 2.0 – Part 1
John Culhane
Senior partner in the Consumer Financial Services Group and fair lending expert
Ballard Spahr
Episode: Fair Lending Developments Under Trump 2.0 – Part 1
Will Hild
Executive Director of Consumers Research, focusing on consumer protection and conservative policies.
Consumers Research
Episode: A New Era for Banking: What President Trump's Debanking Executive Order and Related State Laws Mean for Financial Institutions, Government, and Banking Customers – Part 1
Jason Mikula
Independent Fintech and Banking Advisor, best-selling author of 'Banking as a Service'.
Episode: A New Era for Banking: What President Trump's Debanking Executive Order and Related State Laws Mean for Financial Institutions, Government, and Banking Customers – Part 1
Todd Phillips
Assistant Professor of Law at Georgia State University, expert in bank regulation.
Georgia State University
Episode: A New Era for Banking: What President Trump's Debanking Executive Order and Related State Laws Mean for Financial Institutions, Government, and Banking Customers – Part 1
Graham Steele
Academic fellow at the Rock Center for Corporate Governance at Stanford Law School.
Stanford Law School
Episode: A New Era for Banking: What President Trump's Debanking Executive Order and Related State Laws Mean for Financial Institutions, Government, and Banking Customers – Part 1
Malini Mithal
Associate Director of the FTC's Division of Financial Practices
Federal Trade Commission
Episode: Recent Consumer Financial Services Developments at the Federal Trade Commission
Pat Utz
CEO and co-founder of Abstract, an AI-focused company
Abstract
Episode: Current State Statutes That Apply to AI in the Consumer Financial Services Industry

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Alan Kaplinsky
Host of the Consumer Finance Monitor, recognized as a leading voice in consumer financial services law and expert on regulatory compliance and enforcement.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 55 ratings
  • Timely and helpful!

    Appreciate these insights as we navigate the many changes happening on the daily.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bookmarm
    United States9 months ago
  • Worth Your Time

    Great info for those in the finance industry. Thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OMG all names used
    United Statesa year ago
  • Podcasts

    Love the podcasts but don’t like the fact they are sped up. It’s harder to follow.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Compliance Listener
    United States2 years ago
  • Good podcast

    Enjoyed the podcast on crypto. Let’s hear one on Mary Jane!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kotaesu
    United States2 years ago
  • Easy to Understand

    Thanks for discussing legal issue in easily understood language!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    butterflysongs
    United States3 years ago

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Fair Lending Developments Under Trump 2.0 – Part 1
Q: What approach did the Biden administration take to redlining enforcement and how has that changed under the new administration?
The Biden administration initiated an aggressive campaign targeting redlining cases based on statistical disparities, while the Trump administration has shifted to a stance requiring evidence of intent and has largely scaled back on redlining enforcement.
Fair Lending Developments Under Trump 2.0 – Part 1
Q: Can you lay out for our listeners at a high level, some of the biggest changes before we dive in deeper?
There has been a significant change in federal policy regarding fair lending, where previous emphasis on diversity and equitable practices under the Biden administration has been replaced by a focus on limiting the application of certain laws, emphasizing only blatant forms of discrimination.
Recent Consumer Financial Services Developments at the Federal Trade Commission
Q: What work is being done in the area of debt collection and debt relief?
The FTC is active in addressing phantom debt collections where companies make up debts, and they have pursued actions against companies engaging in these practices.
Recent Consumer Financial Services Developments at the Federal Trade Commission
Q: Can you provide any updates other than the cash advance cases?
The FTC is involved in several cases including those against companies like DOXO for deceptive bill payment practices, emphasizing the importance of consumer complaints.
Recent Consumer Financial Services Developments at the Federal Trade Commission
Q: What statutes does the FTC enforce and how do you use them?
The FTC enforces federal statutes including the FTC Act that prohibits unfair or deceptive acts or practices, using its authority to bring against multiple industries for deceptive claims.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Consumer Finance Monitor

What is Consumer Finance Monitor about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Insightful discussions on trends and challenges in the evolving consumer financial services landscape are central to this series. Episodes feature expert commentary on regulatory changes, emerging technologies, and their ramifications on product development and compliance, making it a vital resource for professionals in the financial sector. The analytical approach, supported by knowledgeable guests from legal, academic, and industry backgrounds, offers a nuanced examination of significant issues including arbitration practices, student lending, and consumer protection policies.

Notably, the focus on legislative impacts and ongoing litigation ensures listeners are well-informed about not just current events, but also future directions in c... more

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2. Rich Andreano
3. John Culhane
4. Will Hild
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6. Todd Phillips
7. Graham Steele
8. Malini Mithal

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