Affirm and Esusu to Launch Flexible Payment Option for Renters

Core Insights - Affirm has partnered with Esusu to allow renters to pay their rent in two installments, providing a flexible payment option for managing monthly expenses [1][2] - The program will feature 0% interest and no late fees, currently in a pilot phase without a confirmed launch date [2] - Esusu's platform utilizes rental data to build credit and enhance financial stability, covering 5 million units and reaching 12 million people, processing $100 billion in annual gross lease volume [3] Company Developments - Esusu recently raised $50 million in a Series C funding round, which will be used to scale its payment method, Esusu Pay [4] - BLDG Partners, a real estate operator collaborating with Esusu, noted that the offering provides flexibility to residents, reducing financial strain [5] - Esusu has also partnered with Zillow to launch CreditClimb, a tool that allows renters to build credit through rent payments [5] Market Trends - Affirm reported a 30% increase in its merchant count, reaching 419,000, indicating strong demand for 0% installment payment options among various vendors [6]