This week, the Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce, held a hearing on legislative proposals to protect consumers and strengthen the economy. The hearing touched on several House bills including AFSA-supported, H.R. 3962 – Securing and Enabling Commerce Using Remote and Electronic Notarization Act (SECURE Notarization Act). The SECURE Notarization […]

Whether you’re looking to learn more about the digital consumer or understand the newest generation of bill payers, AFSA’s webinar program has you covered. Register for all of the webinars below at afsaonline.org/webinars.   May 26th at 2:00 p.m. ET | Vehicle Financing in the Era of the Digital Consumer Sponsored by Cox Automotive In […]

There is plenty of bad economic news to go around: Inflation trends not seen in more than 40 years; 401(k)s and investment funds taking devastating hits seemingly every day; skyrocketing fuel prices and business costs; ongoing supply chain crises; and regulatory over-reach that may kneecap businesses and consumers alike. Reporters don’t need to be adding […]

The American Financial Services Association (AFSA) was greatly saddened to learn of the unexpected death of John W. Ryan, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS). “As the longtime leader of the organization representing the state regulators who supervise the vast majority of our consumer finance member companies, John […]

It’s never a good thing for consumers – or for the broader American economy – when legislation is used to accomplish what fair competition cannot.  Yet, encouraging policymakers to place a thumb on the scale or to pick winners and losers in a marketplace remains common in Washington.  We’ve seen it in trade policy throughout […]

How do consumers ages 18-29 prefer to pay bills? What causes them to pay late? How does this differ from older generations? In this webinar, Steve Murphy, Director of Marketing with PayNearMe will dive into the results of their latest research report, “What the Newest Generation Expects from Paying Bills”, exploring these questions and more. Get […]

Join us on May 26 at 2:00 p.m. for Vehicle Financing in the Era of the Digital Consumer, sponsored by Cox Automotive. Cox Automotive is well known for its yearly Car Buyer Journey study. But it only told half the story, particularly for lenders. With 85% of new and 39% of used cars financed last year,* […]

On Monday, AFSA submitted a comment letter expressing its strong support for H.R. 5911, the Fair Hiring and Banking Act, which would reduce barriers to employment in the banking industry for qualified applicants with minor criminal records. The letter was sent to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) and Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA), as well […]

Join us on May 26 at 2:00 p.m. for Vehicle Financing in the Era of the Digital Consumer, sponsored by Cox Automotive. Cox Automotive is well known for its yearly Car Buyer Journey study. But it only told half the story, particularly for lenders. With 85% of new and 39% of used cars financed last year,* […]

The 2022 Independent Conference & Expo officially kicked off today in Palm Springs. Attendees participated in committee meetings and networking events beginning with the AFSAPAC President’s Club event on Monday. AFSA members stepped up BIG time to support the AFSAPAC and AFSA Education Foundation during the Fiesta Celebration and PAC Auction. Wednesday saw plenty of […]