The best buy now, pay later apps of September 2026

Buy now, pay later (BNPL) loans allow consumers to make payments in small installments, usually over several weeks. Unlike credit cards, these short-term installment plans don't require great credit ...
newser

'Buy Now, Pay Later' Spreads From Splurges to Rent, Bills

Those "buy now, pay later" loans that once greased impulse buys at checkout are increasingly being used to keep the lights on, reports the New York Times. The paper details how fintech players like ...
CNBC

Consumers turn to buy now, pay later for essential expenses — with growing risks

A new LendingTree survey shows that 44% of Americans said they expect to apply for a BNPL loan in the next six months, including 13% who expect to take out three or more in that timeframe. Some ...
KTLA

‘Buy now, pay later’ loans now being used for utility bills, rent

“Buy now, pay later” apps became a popular way for online shoppers to buy products without a credit card. Now, lenders are offering loans for things such as household bills. However, as KTLA consumer ...