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The hidden risks of buy now, pay later: What shoppers need to know

The hidden risks of buy now, pay later: What shoppers need to know

Buy now, pay later is a relatively new form of financial technology that allows consumers to purchase an item immediately and repay the balance at a later time in instalments. Unlike applying for a credit card, buy now, pay later doesn’t require a credit check. Instead, these programs use algorithms to perform “soft” credit checks to determine a shopper’s eligibility. This means […] … learn more→