Examination of BPPR in Illinois... did i read PREDATORY LENDING? "A bank of this size should be actively participating in the mortgage market, rather than ignoring its lending responsibilities in a major sector of its CRA assessment area. Further, the Institute has heard anecdotal evidence that Banco Popular has been eliminating its loan officers in the Chicago area. As we struggle with the scourge of predatory lending in the Chicago region, it is vital that prime lenders are active in providing fairly priced loans to consumers. Banco Popular even has a “best price guarantee” on the mortgage services area of its website. But these loans are not being provided in the Chicago area." read more here  ¶ 3:33 PM