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Join the live discussion on military lending
May 22, 2013
We're hosting a live chat on our investigative series on predatory lending to soldiers and their families.
Why military personnel fall prey to payday lenders
May 17, 2013
The government provides countless resources to help military families with financial literacy and even offers low interest loans to help them in times of emergency. So, why are many troops opting to take out risky payday loans instead?
Protecting troops from a different kind of harm — predatory loans
May 16, 2013
Military brass, consumer advocates and lawmakers are trying to close loopholes in the Military Lending Act.
The battle against high-cost lending to military families
May 15, 2013
Five years ago, the U.S. military banned payday and title-loans to military families, but small-dollar, high-interest lenders are getting around the Military Lending Act.
Behind the photo: The unexpected job duties of a commanding officer
May 14, 2013
Mitchell Hartman describes the story of one soldier and how he helped others with financial challenges.
Join us for a live chat on 'Beyond payday loans'
May 14, 2013
We're hosting a live chat on our investigative series "Beyond payday loans" and we'd like you to join.
How World Finance makes a killing lending on the installment (loan) plan
May 14, 2013
World Finance has outperformed the market and financial stocks through the recession. But is World’s high-interest small-dollar loan business sound and sustainable?
For public good, not for profit.
Behind the photo: A bankruptcy lawyer who identifies with her clients
May 13, 2013
Marketplace reporter Mitchell Hartman tells us the story behind one of the photos in "Beyond payday loans."
Reporter's notebook: Behind 'Beyond payday loans'
May 13, 2013
We talk to the reporters who worked on the Marketplace and Propublica investigative story: "Beyond Payday Loans."
What's the difference between payday and installment loans?
May 13, 2013
Both are predatory lending practices, but they're very different.