#ICYMI: The FTC’s latest rule from December 2024 requiring businesses that sell tickets or short-term lodging to disclose the total price upfront, particularly including fees upfront, to assist with hidden junk fees. For the auto finance industry, it is important to note that while the CARS/Vehicle Shopping Rule remains under litigation, consumer protection is an ongoing federal and state trend and should continued to be monitored. 🌟 As we kick off the new year, it's an opportunity for the auto industry to double down on best practices, ensuring transparency and trust in every consumer interaction. By prioritizing a positive consumer experience and delivering value without hidden costs, businesses can stay ahead of regulatory changes and also build long-term brand loyalty. 🔗https://hubs.ly/Q0324LPh0
F&I Sentinel
Technology, Information and Internet
Tallahassee, Florida 1,671 followers
Trusted by top auto lenders to solve F&I product compliance challenges while protecting consumer interests.
About us
F&I Sentinel is the compliance solutions provider auto finance companies rely on to stay ahead of the patchwork of state and federal regulations governing vehicle protection products - also known as finance and insurance(F&I) products - to get compliance going their way.
Building toward an auto retail industry where consumer interests are protected, and auto finance companies, dealers and F&I product companies thrive, we are on a mission to create an F&I marketplace that offers compliant products and data transparency while enabling the efficient management and administration of vehicle protection product compliance.
Our dynamic compliance approach uniquely combines automation innovation with human intelligence to bring unrivaled experience, unmatched rigor, and unparalleled insights to our managed F&I product compliance solutions.
Powered by CITADEL®, the world's first complete F&I product compliance management platform with the industry-first FAIRRCalc® refund quote engine, our Concierge Compliance Team helps auto lenders achieve compliance throughout the full F&I product lifecycle, from origination to servicing, and refunds.
With CITADEL® customers always know that the F&I products they finance meet regulatory standards before financing. They are also able to provide GAP Waiver refunds with confidence with the FAIRRCalc® real-time refund quote engine.
That's why six of the top 10 auto lenders trust us to mitigate the reputational, litigation, financial, and business risks inherent in financing F&I products.
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- Industry
- Technology, Information and Internet
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Tallahassee, Florida
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2018
- Specialties
- Auto Finance Compliance, Automotive Finance Risk Management, Auto Finance Regulatory Monitoring, and Vehicle Protection Product Compliance
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As negative equity on auto loans becomes more common, where more is owed on the car than its actual value, auto dealers may recommend that consumers consider purchasing a GAP waiver to cover that difference. Just as we evaluate GAP waivers and other add-on products on lender partners' behalf for compliance with consumer protection laws, here are some things consumers ought to consider when shopping for GAP waivers: 1. Does the GAP waiver limit the amount of negative equity protected by its benefit? Or, perhaps it eliminates the protection all together. Make sure you don’t purchase a GAP waiver with limited or no protection for negative equity. 2. Does the GAP waiver provide benefit only up to a certain dollar amount? Before you purchase a GAP waiver, make sure the coverage it provides is sufficient for your needs and financial situation. 3. Some GAP waivers limit or eliminate coverage due to long finance agreement terms. Before you purchase a GAP waiver, make sure the coverage provided by the GAP waiver is not impacted by the term of your finance agreement. https://hubs.ly/Q031GnNW0
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F&I Sentinel is proud to be a General Session and the ORCC Meeting sponsor at this year's American Financial Services Association Vehicle Finance Conference and Expo. Held annually, AFSA's Vehicle Finance Conference and Expo brings industry professionals together to discuss and learn about the fast-evolving vehicle finance landscape. Attending this year's conference? We'd love to connect with you. 🤝Complete this form and we'll set up time to meet. https://hubs.ly/Q031kTdZ0 #Compliance
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Is your auto lending process delivering the best experience for your customers? In our latest guide, we highlight 5 key questions that will help you improve transparency, streamline F&I product funding, and enhance the overall consumer experience. Get practical insights to ensure your team is prepared to create value through compliant and customer-friendly practices: https://hubs.ly/Q02Z_yX10
Resource Guide: Essential F&I Product Compliance Must-Ask Questions for Every Auto Lender
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We believe compliance isn’t just about rules—it’s about creating trust, delivering value, and enhancing the consumer experience. Here's how we make it happen: 🔹 Unrivaled Expertise 🔹 Seamless Precision 🔹 Actionable Insights Stay informed with updates and strategies that prioritize consumer confidence while boosting your business value. Empowering better outcomes for businesses and consumers—that’s the F&I Sentinel difference. Contact us today: https://hubs.ly/Q02--LpZ0
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The CFPB has made its stance clear on product refunds, and it’s a message you can’t afford to ignore. Yesterday's op-ed by Rick Hackett, F&I Sentinel board member and former CFPB assistant director, dives into the bureau’s emphasis it has placed on consumer protection by ensuring F&I product refunds are handled appropriately. Learn how these guidelines could affect your business practices and what steps you can take to stay compliant while prioritizing customer care. 🔗Read the full op-ed: https://hubs.ly/Q02_lbpT0
COMMENTARY: CFPB’s Message is Clear About Product Refunds
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Compliance is non-negotiable. Anything less than 100% puts your organization at risk. Why risk it with technology solutions that lack regulatory expertise and experience? F&I Sentinel brings: ✔️ Regulatory compliance experts deeply involved in auto finance regulations ✔️ Decades of experience ✔️ Comprehensive tools designed to adapt to a ever-evolving dynamic industry When it comes to compliance, go with the team that’s unmatched. Reach out to our team of experts to get started. 🔗https://hubs.ly/Q02--XZB0
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