MoneyTalks 50+

S7 M1 Buy Now Pay Later Apps - What's the Catch?

Rebecca Season 7

Buy Now Pay Later programs, also known as Point of Sale Loans, are increasing in their availability. In some ways, they are similar to traditional layaway with one huge twist, and many more possible financial consequences. 

Join Jess to learn more about how Buy Now Pay Later programs work, as well as some of the contractual consequences and psychological pitfalls that can make this appealing payment method cost more than you might expect. 


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