Rent Now, Pay Later? The Housing Affordability Crisis Goes FintechRent Now, Pay Later? The Housing Affordability Crisis Goes FintechRent Now, Pay Later? The Housing Affordability Crisis Goes Fintech
USA TODAY Network / ReutersAs rental costs spiral higher, a growing number of companies are offering services that allow the monthly charge to be split up, which can make it easier for some tenants to pay. The companies say they’re stepping into the breach where public policies for tenants don’t exist, but consumer advocates say the products are expensive at best and predatory at worst. And with no relief in sight for a…