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NAMB Consumer Protection Chair Calls for Simpler Mortgage Disclosure

Creating a simpler mortgage process with clear disclosure of all fees was a consistent theme during testimony by the National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB) at a hearing conducted by the Federal Reserve Bank this week in Atlanta.

Kate Crawford, Chair of NAMB's Consumer Protection and Affordable Housing Committee, represented the association and stated that one of the toughest hurdles in the home buying process is shopping for the right loan.

"Unfortunately, the approved disclosure documents for rate, fees, costs and points can be confusing and overburdened with legalese," said Crawford. "In addition, only mortgage brokers disclose all costs to the consumer. Until there is a uniform way to disclose costs and everyone is fully transparent about their fees it will continue to be difficult for consumers to comparison shop in a meaningful way." Read more at rismedia.com

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Counterfeit Drugs

Definition:
Pay attention to packaging. Check for altered or unsealed containers, or changes in the packaging or label. If you know the size shape, color, and taste of the medications you take, you will more easily identify possible counterfeits.

Annual Percentage Rate (APR)

Definition:
The cost of credit expressed as a yearly rate.

Closed-End Lease

Definition:
A lease in which you are not responsible for the difference if the actual value of the item at the scheduled end of the lease is less than the residual value, but you may be responsible for excess wear-and-use charges and for other lease requirements.

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