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The Legal Limit: Understanding Usury Laws and Contract Risk

Meta Description Usury laws protect consumers and businesses by setting the maximum legal interest rate on loans. Learn about the complex interplay of state-level usury statutes, key federal exceptions (like the *Marquette* decision), and the severe penalties, including contract unenforceability and forfeiture of interest, for charging excessive rates. Protecting Your Finances: A Comprehensive Guide to […]

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A Guide to Understanding Usury Laws

A Primer on Usury Laws: This post explores the history, purpose, and modern application of usury laws, which protect consumers by limiting the interest rates on loans. We will delve into how these laws vary by state, their key exemptions, and their overall impact on the lending landscape. In the world of finance and personal

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