Payday Loan APR Over Legal Limit from Unlicensed Lender
A consumer took a payday loan from Lendumo, which was operating unlicensed in Washington State with an APR exceeding the legal limit. After multiple payments totaling $430+, the principal dropped by only $30. Predatory lending terms are often hidden until borrowers are trapped. Single CFPB complaint.
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