{"id":36726,"date":"2023-10-23T16:18:22","date_gmt":"2023-10-23T16:18:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zopa.com\/retail-finance\/retailer-articles\/guide-to-retail-finance\/"},"modified":"2025-03-03T09:49:11","modified_gmt":"2025-03-03T09:49:11","slug":"guide-to-retail-finance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zopa.com\/retail-finance\/blogs\/guide-to-retail-finance\/","title":{"rendered":"A buyer’s guide to retail finance – How to choose the right provider for your business"},"content":{"rendered":"

In today\u2019s competitive retail landscape, consumer finance options have become crucial to achieving growth and success. <\/span><\/span>Our recent consumer insights research shows that 38% of UK customers expect to use POS finance more than usual in the next 12 months. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Offering retail finance options to customers can help increase sales and market share. Finding the right provider for your business can be challenging \u2013 whether <\/span>you\u2019re<\/span> new to finance or are looking to add or swap finance partners. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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We’ve compiled an expert guide for businesses who are shopping for retail finance providers.<\/p>\n

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By following the steps in this checklist, you’ll be well-equipped to succeed with retail finance, from selecting a finance provider, to integration and beyond.<\/p>\n

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This guide and accompanying checklist will cover:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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– How to choose a finance provider<\/p>\n

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– Pre-onboarding points to consider<\/p>\n

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– Securing post-onboarding support<\/p>\n

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\u2026<\/strong>and more.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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To read the full guide and unlock key insights, download it now<\/a>.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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