USAA QR Code Balance Transfer Led to Unexpected High-APR Charges
Consumers scanned a USAA promotional QR code expecting 0% balance transfer but were charged standard APR due to an expired promotion with no clear disclosure. USAA staff acknowledged the QR code continued working after promotion expired. Systematic deceptive practice.
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