A new FTC rule cracks down on 'junk' fees. Here's what to expect

The rule requires companies disclose fees up front for people booking a hotel or buying a ticket to a live event. NPR's Ayesha Rascoe discusses with Columbia University professor Vicki Morwitz. Read More

The White House has proposed cracking down on junk fees. Here's how to avoid them

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has said it will also block large banks from charging junk fees to provide basic customer services. What's more, a new proposed rule from the Department of ... Read More

Businesses react to ‘Junk Fees’ ban in Minnesota starting January 1st

Minnesotans will no longer see what some call "Junk Fees" starting at the top of the new year. However, some in the hospitality industry say this mandate is oversimplified. Read More

The White House is cracking down on overdraft fees

The Consumer Financial Protection ... has finalized a rule limiting overdraft fees banks can charge, as part of the White House's campaign to reduce junk fees that hit consumers on everyday ... Read More

FTC bans hidden junk fees in hotel, event ticket prices

The FTC estimates the rule would save consumers 53 million hours per year they would not have to spend sleuthing out total costs before making purchases. Read More