Consumers would be shocked to learn that the amount of many...

Consumers would be shocked to learn that the amount of many short-term payday loans may be as high as 500-percent APR or even greater in many cases. Undoubtedly, some consumers would choose to forego the loan in the face of such written disclosures. However, even when disclosures are made, they are frequently inaccurate, failing to take into account various fees and charges.