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Dealers must be careful they don’t run afoul of the law when it comes to such deceptive practices, as there are many cases pointing to the potential bad ends of such deals.
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Don’t spot deliver a car unless you’ve considered all the signs of potential fraud.
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I propose that your F&I and sales disclosure compliance models mirror the sales and F&I processes at dealerships in California — what is required by statute in California, should be considered best practices in the other 49 states.
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Many scenarios exist where employees can leave an employer owing the dealership money. The likelihood of your being able to recover money for these purposes depends in large part on a handful of proactive processes and procedures.
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We live in an ‘Age of Compliance Awareness’ and someone is always watching. We should care about what they see.
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By all reports, billions of records have been exposed by reported data breaches. If the unthinkable occurs, having a well thought out data breach response plan will help you manage the challenges you will face.
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SMART has completed a 4 year investigation with the CFPB.
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On June 29, the United States Supreme Court ruled that the structure of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau was unconstitutional. A compliance expert shares why this matters, and why it matters to dealers in particular.
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The FTC recently issued a report that summarizes its enforcement actions, roundtable findings, consumer workshops, and in-person interviews with 38 Washington D.C. metro-area consumers focused on deceptive advertising practices, spot-delivery, and voluntary protection products.
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The TCPA has been around for more than 25 years but remains one of the most litigated consumer protection statutes. By having proper compliance in place, your dealership can enjoy the benefits of contacting consumers with peace of mind.
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As car shoppers enter their personal information in web forms in search of the best offer, it’s important for dealers to have clear guidelines on data they collect.
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