April 21, 2008

For Immediate Release

Contact: Eva Rees (801) 538-8834

WARNING TO CONSUMERS

The Department of Financial Institutions is warning the state’s consumers about “Farmers Lending Group.” Utah residents are advised that “Farmers Lending Group” is not registered in this state to lend to consumers. Also, no application for consumer or mortgage lending has been filed with this Department.

The Department of Financial Institutions strongly urges Utah citizens to carefully investigate claims made by parties with whom they do business.

Anyone wishing additional information should contact the Supervisor of Consumer Credit and Compliance, Eva Rees, at 538-8830.