Banks Trap Customers in Account Closure Loops With Continuously Accruing Charges
Customers attempting to close bank accounts face repeated rejections citing "outstanding interest" that accrues even after confirmed payoff, trapping them in an indefinite cycle. There is no transparent, enforceable account closure workflow that protects consumers from post-closure charges. This predatory loop erodes trust and signals a systemic flaw in retail bank account lifecycle management.
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