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In Georgia Senate runoffs, banks go all in for Republicans

12/06/20

Banking trade organizations are usually cautious about making endorsements. But with Democrats winning the White House and control of Congress on the line in the two races, some groups are pouring in cash for the GOP candidates.

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LendUp overcharged military borrowers, CFPB says in lawsuit

12/04/20

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau alleges that the online lender made loans that exceeded a federal cap on interest rates for active-duty service members.

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PNC's tech plans, PPP questionnaire, HSBC's branch appeal: Top stories of the week

12/04/20

What PNC has in mind for BBVA's technology; banks and borrowers bristle at SBA questionnaire on large PPP loans; a look at who might be buying if HSBC decides to sell its branches; and more from this week's most-read stories.

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Digital mortgage firm Beeline hiring, adding new technology

12/04/20

The company aims to help borrowers apply for home loans in as little as 15 minutes by automating immediate validation of bank information used in qualification.

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Treasury Department FCU gets field-of-membership expansion

12/04/20

The Washington, D.C.-based institution could see its membership grow by as much as 72% now that federal regulators have approved the move.

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Visa-Plaid deal highlights need for more scrutiny of M&A

12/04/20

The incoming Biden administration must take steps to block mergers that could create monopolies, such as Visa's pending acquisition of a competitor.

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Marzol, deputy to FHFA director, plans to retire

12/04/20

Adolfo Marzol came to the agency after a stint at HUD and a 30-year career in the mortgage industry. He will depart on Dec. 18.

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Webster Financial to trim branch network by 17%

12/04/20

The Waterbury, Conn., parent company of Webster Bank joins a fast-expanding list of banks reducing the size of their branch networks to save money and focus on digital capabilities.

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Citi CEO says long-term productivity may suffer with remote work

12/04/20

Citigroup’s Michael Corbat said he’s worried about potential long-term negative effects after many of his employees spent the vast majority of 2020 working from home.

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First Mid in Illinois discloses plan to close branches

12/04/20

The company is looking to shutter 10 of its 63 branches over coming months, reflecting a shift in customer preferences.

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