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LendingClub Accused of Hiding Upfront Fees

Risk & Compliance

LendingClub Accused of Hiding Upfront Fees

The FTC says the lender collected “hundreds or even thousands of dollars” as an upfront fee while telling consumers it charged "no hidden fees" on loans.

By Matthew Heller | April 25, 2018

Treasury Launches Study of Peer-to-Peer Lending

Treasury Launches Study of Peer-to-Peer Lending

How should 'the financial regulatory framework evolve to support the safe growth of this industry?' is one question the Treasury Department is asking.

By Matthew Heller | July 16, 2015

SoFi Reportedly Seeking $3.5B Valuation

SoFi Reportedly Seeking $3.5B Valuation

Social Finance, already valued at $1.3 billion, may be the next big peer-to-peer lending IPO.

By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | March 9, 2015

Small Business Originations Rise at P2P Lender

Growth Companies

Small Business Originations Rise at P2P Lender

OnDeck Capital grew its portfolio of small business loans and lines of credit by $369 million in the fourth quarter but still reported a net loss.

By Vincent Ryan | February 24, 2015

Peer-to-Peer Lending: Banking Without Banks

Growth Strategies

Peer-to-Peer Lending: Banking Without Banks

By offering both borrowers and lenders a better deal, websites that put the two together are challenging retail banks.

By Economist Staff | March 5, 2014