CFPB Calls for Limits on Navient: $120 Million Fine Over Student Loan Practices
Thursday, 12 September 2024, 13:59
CFPB Takes Action Against Navient's Student Loan Practices
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) calls for limits on Navient, imposing a proposed $120 million fine due to questionable practices in student loan servicing. This order could potential lead to Navient's permanent prohibition from managing federal direct loans.
Implications of CFPB's Decision
The decision by CFPB reflects growing scrutiny in the student loan space and aims to ensure fairness for borrowers.
- The fine is one of the largest proposed against a servicing company.
- Such regulatory actions are expected to reshape the landscape of student loan management.
- Consumers may benefit from increased protections and clearer guidelines in the industry.
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