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Iowa Cash Advance Laws & Regulations

Gathering all legal information and resources regarding cash advances in Iowa

Before you borrow your next Iowa payday loan, make sure you take a few important steps first, such as learning the laws that govern Iowa payday loans. Continue visiting CashAdvance.com's Iowa consumer guide for the most informative and up-to-date information on Iowa state laws and regulations for cash advances.

Here are some specific Iowa regulations, to protect consumers from predatory lending in the payday loan industry:

  • Maximum Payday Loan Term
    31 days
  • Maximum Finance Charges and Fees
    Sliding scale interest of 15% for up to $100, then an additional $10 for every $100 borrowed after the inital $100; finance charges up to $16.67 for a $100 on a 14 day loan
  • Maximum Loan Amount
    $500
  • Number of Rollovers
    None
  • Outstanding Loans Allowed at Once
    Two
  • Cool-Off Period
    N/A
  • Payment Plan
    N/A
  • Collection Fees
    $15 NSF fee
  • Presentment Limit
    One
  • Private Right of Action
    Civil and criminal charges for fraudulent checks
  • Military Protection
    N/A
  • Penalties
    Arbitration, attorney fees, and all loan costs including late fees

References:

Iowa Code Ann. ยง 533D.1 et seq.

Iowa Division of Banking
Mail: 200 East Grand Avenue, Suite 300
Des Moines IA 50309
Phone : (515) 281-4014
Fax: (515) 281-4862
Web: IDOB

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Consumer Notice: A cash advance, also referred to as a payday loan or payday advance, is a small, short-term loan that is intended to cover a borrower's expenses until the following payday. Cash advances are intended for short-term financial relief and do not constitute long-term financial solutions. Consumers facing debt and credit difficulties should seek out debt and credit advisory help. Consumers are encouraged to consult our State Consumer Resource pages to learn more about the risks involved with cash advances, local laws and regulations that may be applicable to cash advances, possible loan alternatives and recent developments in their state.

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