Poll: Dangers of Rent-a-Bank Schemes
Morning Consult conducted a survey, commissioned by Center for Responsible Lending, of approximately 10,000 registered voters. The poll is presented as a short Powerpoint-style slide deck with key takeaways, charts, and maps. Key findings include: Two-thirds of voters (66%) are concerned about the ability of high-cost lenders to arrange loans through banks at rates higher than the state laws allow. One in three Republicans, independents and Democrats are strongly concerned about this practice. Across all 50 states and the District of Columbia, a majority (60-69%) of the population is concerned...