Arlowe to Represent AFSA on NMLS Panel
Sep 08, 2020
Tomorrow, September 9 at 3:30 p.m. ET, AFSA Senior Vice President Danielle Fagre Arlowe will represent AFSA at the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System (NMLS) Ombudsman Virtual Meeting. Arlowe will present on the importance of remote work for state-licensed financial institutions. NMLS is encouraging participants to register before the virtual meeting begins. As part of its […]
Ask Cal About a Magical Date in MLB History at the Annual Meeting
Sep 08, 2020
We in DC – and Cal Ripken fans everywhere – just celebrated the 25th Anniversary of his breaking Lou Gehrig’s consecutive-games-played record. Hear the stories of that season … and better yet, ask the Iron Man himself about it! Watch some of the highlights of September 6,1995 … feel inspired again … and register below! Be sure to register by Sept. 15th to […]
Fussell Appointed to AFSA Board
Sep 03, 2020
George Fussell, President & CEO of SAFCO was recently appointed to the AFSA Board of Directors. He also serves on the Independents Section Board, Independent Auto Finance Executives Group and the State Government Affairs Committee. Starting in 1979, Mr. Fussell grew his used car dealership to be the largest independent dealer in the state of […]
Need a Resource While We Upgrade?
Sep 02, 2020
If you require a resource while we upgrade afsaonline.org, please reach out to an AFSA staff member directly. Alternatively, send an email to communications@afsamail.org. We’re happy to help.
Launching the new Afsaonline.org
Sep 02, 2020
This morning, AFSA is launching a new and completely re-designed afsaonline.org. You may notice some odd behavior over the next several hours as make this transition. Additionally, your profile and meeting registration will be unavailable. We hope to restore the site to full functionality this afternoon. Thank you for your patience as the AFSA team […]
Remove the Rate Cap from the Jobs and Neighborhood Investment Act
Sep 02, 2020
The objectives of the bipartisan, bicameral legislation, Jobs and Neighborhood Investment Act, are laudable. These bills, H.R. 7709 and S. 4255, direct billions in new investments to help low-income and minority communities withstand this unprecedented economic downturn and emerge stronger with increased access to capital and new economic opportunities. As the cosponsors of the legislation explain, the […]
SGA Focuses on Optional Protection Products in Whitepaper
Sep 01, 2020
This week AFSA’s State Government Affairs (SGA) team published a white paper on Optional Protection Products. Optional protection products—sometimes referred to as ancillary or voluntary protection products—are sold and financed in connection with a credit agreement to offer borrowers peace of mind or additional protections. The peace of mind makes optional protection products popular with consumers. In fact, a 2017 survey from the University of Michigan […]
Joint Trades Comment on FCC’s Call Blocking Efforts
Sep 01, 2020
This week, AFSA joined other trade groups in commenting on the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) proposed rulemaking to implement the TRACED Act. Specifically, the trades expressed support for the FCC’s goal of eliminating illegal robocalls, but emphasized the importance of preventing legitimate calls from being erroneously blocked. Under the TRACED Act, redress mechanisms must be […]
September Featured Partner: ACI
Sep 01, 2020
The featured Business Partner for August is ACI. We asked them a few questions about their business and what they’re seeing in the economy. Learn more at aciworldwide.com. What is the most important issue facing your company right now? ACI Speedpay has been focused on meeting the new challenges faced by billers and consumers, from the […]
“Iron Man” Cal Ripken Jr. to Keynote AFSA Annual Meeting
Aug 31, 2020
AFSA is pleased to announce that Major League Baseball Hall of Famer, “Iron Man” Cal Ripken Jr., has joined the lineup as a keynote speaker for the 2020 Virtual Annual Meeting & Independents Conference & Expo. Mr. Ripken will join the conference live for a “fireside chat,” and will take attendees’ questions. Register today for […]