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cm0002@infosec.pubM to United States | News & Politics@midwest.social · 4 days ago

10 million Americans are using advance loan apps to get their paychecks in advance—and it’s costing them hundreds of dollars more, report finds

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10 million Americans are using advance loan apps to get their paychecks in advance—and it’s costing them hundreds of dollars more, report finds

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cm0002@infosec.pubM to United States | News & Politics@midwest.social · 4 days ago
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More than 95% of payday loans through direct-to-consumer apps included fees or voluntary “tips,” and these extra charges are piling up.
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    I only used payday loans 20 years ago when I was young and dumb(er). And I mostly used it so I can buy weed quicker before payday. Shit is a scam.

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