Ohio Consumer Protections: Ohio reformed payday lending in 2018 with HB 123, capping APR at 28% and requiring minimum 91-day terms. A statewide database prevents borrower abuse. The Division of Financial Institutions regulates consumer lenders, and consumers can file complaints with the Division or the Attorney General.
Interest Rate Cap: Ohio usury cap: 28% APR cap on short-term loans (HB 123, 2018); 8% general usury.
Payday lending is restricted (max $1000).
Key Regulations: - HB 123 (2018) reformed payday lending with 28% APR cap plus a monthly maintenance fee.
- Short-term loans capped at $1,000 with minimum term of 91 days.
- Monthly maintenance fee of up to 10% of original principal (max $30/month).
- A statewide database tracks borrower loans to prevent excessive lending.
Federal protections: The FCRA gives you the right to dispute inaccurate credit report information for free. Credit repair companies cannot charge before performing services (Credit Repair Organizations Act).
Free resources: Get a free credit report annually at AnnualCreditReport.com.
File complaints with Ohio Attorney General Consumer Protection Section.