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WASHINGTON—Ahead of some panel discussions on behavioral economics the CFPB recently hosted, the Bureau’s director, Kathy Kraninger, said all policymaking must first be subject to a cost/benefit analysis. In her opening remarks, she also emphasized the need to preserve consumer choice when developing policies and rulemakings.

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.–A former credit union loan officer has been sentenced to 66 months in federal prison after he pleaded guilty to 20 counts of bank fraud, aggravated identity theft and theft from a lending institution.

ARLINGTON, Va.—While there was "sagging" home sales through the early part of this year, NAFCU Chief Economist and Vice President of Research Curt Long said, "the housing market has recovered nicely," as existing-home sales grew 1.3% (seasonally adjusted) in August to 5.49 million units.