There is a limit on the rate of interest that lenders can charge borrowers in Canada. With two notable exceptions, interest...
What are Legal Interest Rates on Loans?
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Expensive instalment loans deserve more critical scrutiny by consumers and governments
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Home inspections, door-to-door sales, alternative financial services subject to new rules in Ontario
The Consumers Council of Canada has advocated recently for firm action on unsolicited, door-to-door sales, new protection for...
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Did You Borrow a Loan from The Cash Store, Instaloans or LoansAlberta Inc.?
Class Action Settlement has been reached. Please read this notice. CLASS ACTION LAWSUITS WERE FILED Between 2004 and 2015, 8...
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