POS Lending and Inflation

How Enable Financing Supports Consumers and Merchants with Pay-Over-Time Solutions

With inflation putting pressure on consumer budgets, affordability has become essential for both buyers and businesses. As costs rise across industries, many consumers face challenges in managing their expenses, especially for high-ticket purchases like healthcare, elective medical, dental, home improvement, and automotive repairs. In this economic climate, Point-of-Sale (POS) lending and “pay-over-time” solutions have emerged as invaluable tools, offering flexible payment options that help consumers afford what they need without upfront financial strain.

Enable Financing provides a robust solution for merchants and Independent Sales Organizations (ISOs) seeking to offer POS lending options that address the needs of today’s consumers, including those impacted by inflation. By integrating Enable Financing’s waterfall full-spectrum lending at the point of sale, merchants and ISOs can deliver a better checkout experience, higher approval rates, and ultimately, stronger customer loyalty.

How Inflation Impacts Consumer Spending

Inflation drives up prices, diminishing purchasing power and making it harder for consumers to afford discretionary and high-cost purchases. As everyday expenses rise, consumers may delay or forgo essential but costly services, which directly impacts businesses in industries reliant on high-ticket transactions. For merchants and ISOs, this means finding ways to make purchases more accessible, especially for consumers looking to avoid high-interest credit cards.

The Role of Enable Financing’s POS Lending Solutions

Enable Financing offers both Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) and Direct-to-Merchant (DTM) POS lending options that make high-ticket purchases more attainable. Unlike traditional financing providers, Enable’s waterfall lending approach automatically cascades applications through a network of over 30 lenders, drastically improving approval rates. This process gives merchants the advantage of offering financing to a broader spectrum of customers, which is essential during inflation when consumer budgets are tight.

Key Benefits of Enable Financing’s Pay-Over-Time Solution

1. High Approval Rates for All Credit Profiles: With waterfall full-spectrum lending, Enable Financing can reduce decline rates by finding financing options for consumers across a wide range of credit profiles. This is particularly valuable in an inflationary market where consumers may need more support to make purchases.

2. Enhanced Customer Experience: Enable’s flexible pay-over-time options empower customers to manage larger expenses without upfront costs, improving their overall experience. By helping consumers budget more effectively, merchants build trust and loyalty, encouraging repeat business.

3. Revenue Stability and Growth: Offering financing at the point of sale helps merchants secure sales that might otherwise be lost. With more customers approved for financing, businesses can maintain steady revenue and boost transaction sizes, even in a challenging economy.

4. Seamless Integration for ISOs: For ISOs, Enable Financing provides a turnkey solution that strengthens relationships with merchants by enhancing their service offerings. ISOs can position themselves as strategic partners to medical, dental, automotive, and home improvement providers, helping these industries thrive through challenging economic conditions.

Why Consumers Choose Pay-Over-Time Solutions

1. Budget Flexibility: POS lending helps consumers manage their budgets by spreading payments over time, making high-ticket purchases more manageable. This flexibility is invaluable during inflationary periods when households prioritize cash flow.

2. Reduced Financial Barriers: By offering financing at checkout, businesses using Enable Financing empower more customers to access necessary services without stressing about upfront costs.

3. Less Dependence on High-Interest Credit Cards: POS lending provides an alternative to high-interest credit cards, which can become costly over time. Enable Financing’s installment options offer predictable payment terms, giving consumers greater control.

Enabling Merchants and ISOs with Comprehensive POS Lending

Enable Financing provides merchants and ISOs with the tools to make high-cost products and services accessible for all customers, regardless of their credit profile. ISOs partnering with Enable can deliver a valuable solution for medical, dental, automotive, and other high-ticket industries by offering pay-over-time options that meet diverse customer needs. This positions ISOs as essential partners in merchants’ financial success, helping them adapt to inflation-driven challenges while supporting sustainable revenue growth.

For businesses navigating inflation, Enable Financing is more than a POS lending provider—it’s a strategic partner that empowers both merchants and their customers with the flexibility, affordability, and accessibility they need to succeed in a changing economy. By integrating Enable’s waterfall full-spectrum lending at checkout, ISOs and merchants can confidently meet today’s financial demands, ensuring every customer has the opportunity to pay over time.