Shout it from the rooftops: City Council just voted to ban rental junk fees! #affordability #junkfees #renters #seattle #mayorkatiewilson
Rental junk fees banned!
YouTube video by Mayor Katie B. Wilson
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August 12, 2026 at 12:20 AM
Shout it from the rooftops: City Council just voted to ban rental junk fees! #affordability #junkfees #renters #seattle #mayorkatiewilson
If you book a hotel for $200, you should pay $200.
Today, we shut down hotel junk fees and surprise credit card holds. The price you see is the price you pay.
Today, we shut down hotel junk fees and surprise credit card holds. The price you see is the price you pay.
January 22, 2026 at 1:53 AM
We've implemented new junk fee regulations to make pricing more transparent for consumers.
Want to learn more? mass.gov/AGO/junkfees
Want to learn more? mass.gov/AGO/junkfees
September 14, 2025 at 1:41 PM
We've implemented new junk fee regulations to make pricing more transparent for consumers.
Want to learn more? mass.gov/AGO/junkfees
Want to learn more? mass.gov/AGO/junkfees
Elon celebrates the downfall of the CFPB—an agency that protected consumers from financial predators. Say hello (again) to junk fees, overdraft traps, and unchecked corporate scams.
#CFPB
#CorporateGreed
#JunkFees
#OverdraftFees
#ProtectConsumers
#FinancialJustice
#RegulationMatters
#ScamAlert
#CFPB
#CorporateGreed
#JunkFees
#OverdraftFees
#ProtectConsumers
#FinancialJustice
#RegulationMatters
#ScamAlert
March 22, 2025 at 4:14 AM
Elon celebrates the downfall of the CFPB—an agency that protected consumers from financial predators. Say hello (again) to junk fees, overdraft traps, and unchecked corporate scams.
#CFPB
#CorporateGreed
#JunkFees
#OverdraftFees
#ProtectConsumers
#FinancialJustice
#RegulationMatters
#ScamAlert
#CFPB
#CorporateGreed
#JunkFees
#OverdraftFees
#ProtectConsumers
#FinancialJustice
#RegulationMatters
#ScamAlert
Who's ready to get rental junk fees banned in Seattle? WE ARE! Can we count on you to help fight for a strong bill with real enforcement power? Sign up to get involved in the campaign here: beseattle.org/JunkFees
Ban Rental Junk Fees
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June 22, 2026 at 3:08 AM
Who's ready to get rental junk fees banned in Seattle? WE ARE! Can we count on you to help fight for a strong bill with real enforcement power? Sign up to get involved in the campaign here: beseattle.org/JunkFees
Hey #vegan working people Please help us to squash #junkfees for overdrafts @ megabanks
nclc.salsalabs.org/tellcongress...
nclc.salsalabs.org/tellcongress...
March 2, 2025 at 2:59 AM
Hey #vegan working people Please help us to squash #junkfees for overdrafts @ megabanks
nclc.salsalabs.org/tellcongress...
nclc.salsalabs.org/tellcongress...
#Politics #USPolitics #Economics #EconomicPolicy #GOP #Republicans #CreditCards #Fees #JunkFees #VoteBlue #VoteBlue2024
August 10, 2024 at 12:32 AM
"It's a shame that Republicans are attacking poor people just to help greedy bank CEOs get richer." -
@ayannapressley.bsky.social
#standwithworkers #junkfees #cfpb
@ayannapressley.bsky.social
#standwithworkers #junkfees #cfpb
April 9, 2025 at 8:08 PM
"It's a shame that Republicans are attacking poor people just to help greedy bank CEOs get richer." -
@ayannapressley.bsky.social
#standwithworkers #junkfees #cfpb
@ayannapressley.bsky.social
#standwithworkers #junkfees #cfpb
9 of every 100 bank accounts pay 79% of all overdraft fees, a median of $380 a year, mostly families living paycheck to paycheck. Republicans killed the $5 cap that would have saved families $5 billion a year. #JunkFees #VoteBlue2026
July 31, 2026 at 5:10 AM
9 of every 100 bank accounts pay 79% of all overdraft fees, a median of $380 a year, mostly families living paycheck to paycheck. Republicans killed the $5 cap that would have saved families $5 billion a year. #JunkFees #VoteBlue2026
Why does everything feel like a ripoff? From #Scams and #JunkFees to dark patterns and deceptive practices, our CFA experts explores how consumer manipulation drives up costs and erodes trust. Join as they unpack the growing #ScamEconomy
#ConsumerAssembly
#ConsumerAssembly
June 3, 2026 at 1:51 PM
Why does everything feel like a ripoff? From #Scams and #JunkFees to dark patterns and deceptive practices, our CFA experts explores how consumer manipulation drives up costs and erodes trust. Join as they unpack the growing #ScamEconomy
#ConsumerAssembly
#ConsumerAssembly
Junk fees are costing American families billions every year. New Jersey just took a major step to fight back, with Gov. Sherrill signing an executive order directing state agencies to identify and eliminate #JunkFees across regulated industries. More states should follow. https://ow.ly/1imU50Zc4z4
June 15, 2026 at 9:23 PM
Junk fees are costing American families billions every year. New Jersey just took a major step to fight back, with Gov. Sherrill signing an executive order directing state agencies to identify and eliminate #JunkFees across regulated industries. More states should follow. https://ow.ly/1imU50Zc4z4
Under Rohit Chopra, "the #CFPB has fought against #JunkFees, repeat offenders, #BigTech evasions, & corporate deception. It has championed competition, transparency, accountability, and consumer financial health." @adamrust.bsky.social
Trump fires chief of the federal consumer watchdog agency
Rohit Chopra had led the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau since 2021. Consumer groups praised his leadership, while Republicans have frequently attacked the agency.
www.npr.org
February 3, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Under Rohit Chopra, "the #CFPB has fought against #JunkFees, repeat offenders, #BigTech evasions, & corporate deception. It has championed competition, transparency, accountability, and consumer financial health." @adamrust.bsky.social
“In a time of rising costs and record consumer debt, renters are hurting. It’s significant that the FTC has recognized the devastating impact of the affordability crisis on renters,” said @chichiwu.bsky.social #ProtectConsumers #JunkFees www.nclc.org/ftc-orders-g...
FTC Orders Greystar to Return $24 Million in Rental Housing Junk Fees to Harmed Tenants
Amid Affordability Crisis, Nation’s Largest Property Management Company Accused of Obscuring True Cost of Monthly Rent and Fees
www.nclc.org
December 3, 2025 at 4:19 PM
“In a time of rising costs and record consumer debt, renters are hurting. It’s significant that the FTC has recognized the devastating impact of the affordability crisis on renters,” said @chichiwu.bsky.social #ProtectConsumers #JunkFees www.nclc.org/ftc-orders-g...
My first TikTok ever got 110,000 views in 4 days, and naerly 1,000 comments. The topic? My @GuardianUS investigation into junk fees in rental housing. www.tiktok.com/@tmmcmillan/...
My latest for @guardian.#Greystar #junkfees #RUBS #Greystarcommunity #utilities #tenantsrights #tenantunion
TikTok video by Tracie McMillan
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August 7, 2026 at 4:58 PM
My first TikTok ever got 110,000 views in 4 days, and naerly 1,000 comments. The topic? My @GuardianUS investigation into junk fees in rental housing. www.tiktok.com/@tmmcmillan/...
A hidden fee is a small civic lesson: power tests how much confusion people will tolerate before they call it theft. #JunkFees #Consumers
July 21, 2026 at 4:03 AM
A hidden fee is a small civic lesson: power tests how much confusion people will tolerate before they call it theft. #JunkFees #Consumers
“The CFPB's overdraft rule ensures that the most vulnerable consumers are protected from big banks trying to pad their profits with junk fees.” #JunkFees #ProtectConsumers #DefendCFPB www.nclc.org/cfpb-overdra...
December 12, 2024 at 3:48 PM
“The CFPB's overdraft rule ensures that the most vulnerable consumers are protected from big banks trying to pad their profits with junk fees.” #JunkFees #ProtectConsumers #DefendCFPB www.nclc.org/cfpb-overdra...
Mamdani Administration Bans Hotel Hidden Fees and Unexpected Credit Card Holds
NYC Mayor's Office 1/21/2026 www.youtube.com/watch?v=x0nA...
#Affordability
#Transparency
#JunkFees
#BanOnJunkFees
NYC Mayor's Office 1/21/2026 www.youtube.com/watch?v=x0nA...
#Affordability
#Transparency
#JunkFees
#BanOnJunkFees
Mamdani Administration Bans Hotel Hidden Fees and Unexpected Credit Card Holds
YouTube video by NYC Mayor's Office
www.youtube.com
January 21, 2026 at 11:07 PM
Mamdani Administration Bans Hotel Hidden Fees and Unexpected Credit Card Holds
NYC Mayor's Office 1/21/2026 www.youtube.com/watch?v=x0nA...
#Affordability
#Transparency
#JunkFees
#BanOnJunkFees
NYC Mayor's Office 1/21/2026 www.youtube.com/watch?v=x0nA...
#Affordability
#Transparency
#JunkFees
#BanOnJunkFees
No matter how the #Trump / #Musk feud shakes out, #SB791 would still be bad news for #California car buyers. We believe you shouldn't have to pay greedy car dealers -- including Elon Musk / Tesla -- an extra $500 just for them to handle routine paperwork. actionnetwork.org/letters/stop...
Stop California's Musk Giveaway Bill
The California legislature is debating a law that would give car dealerships a new way to rip off consumers—and Elon Musk stands to make millions.
Demand your elected representatives in Sacramento o...
actionnetwork.org
June 6, 2025 at 11:59 PM
The growing role of private equity and other corporate owners of rental housing has contributed to the spread of #junkfees. “This is a profit mechanism that companies have identified,” says NCLC's Ariel Nelson
www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/202...
www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/202...
Hidden ‘junk fees’ for trash pickup or common areas shock, anger tenants
Across the country, consumer advocates and policymakers have warned of a rise in extra fees charged by companies that are not obvious in the listed price.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 26, 2024 at 4:35 PM
The growing role of private equity and other corporate owners of rental housing has contributed to the spread of #junkfees. “This is a profit mechanism that companies have identified,” says NCLC's Ariel Nelson
www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/202...
www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/202...
“Members of Congress should side with voters who are struggling with high prices, not Wells Fargo, Chase and other big banks that reap billions in profits from hidden fees on people trying to make ends meet." #JunkFees #ProtectConsumers #HandsOffCFPB www.nclc.org/276-groups-o...
276 Groups Oppose Bill, with Wednesday Vote, to Allow Big Banks to Impose Large Overdraft Fees
A resolution to be considered Wednesday would reverse CFPB’s $5 cap on big bank junk fees of $35+
www.nclc.org
March 4, 2025 at 5:36 PM
“Members of Congress should side with voters who are struggling with high prices, not Wells Fargo, Chase and other big banks that reap billions in profits from hidden fees on people trying to make ends meet." #JunkFees #ProtectConsumers #HandsOffCFPB www.nclc.org/276-groups-o...
"Resort fees" and "convenience fees" are officially on the chopping block in NYC.
Zohran Mamdani announces the ban on hidden hotel costs. "What this really is, is people being taken advantage of." Advertised price = Real price. 🏨🚫
#JunkFees #NYC #ZohranMamdani
Zohran Mamdani announces the ban on hidden hotel costs. "What this really is, is people being taken advantage of." Advertised price = Real price. 🏨🚫
#JunkFees #NYC #ZohranMamdani
January 25, 2026 at 9:45 PM
"Resort fees" and "convenience fees" are officially on the chopping block in NYC.
Zohran Mamdani announces the ban on hidden hotel costs. "What this really is, is people being taken advantage of." Advertised price = Real price. 🏨🚫
#JunkFees #NYC #ZohranMamdani
Zohran Mamdani announces the ban on hidden hotel costs. "What this really is, is people being taken advantage of." Advertised price = Real price. 🏨🚫
#JunkFees #NYC #ZohranMamdani