In this special bonus episode, I dive into the strange—but very real—new partnership between DoorDash and Klarna that allows users to finance their fast food. Yes, you read that right.
I break down what this “buy now, pay later” option really means, how it works, and what the implications are for consumers. I’ll give you the potential pros (like flexible payments for those in a cash crunch) to the dangerous cons (sky-high interest rates and the risk of debt spirals); in other words, you’ll get the full picture, along with my unfiltered take on why this trend deeply concerns me.
If you care about financial literacy or know someone who needs a wake-up call, this is a must-listen. Let’s talk about the real cost of your burrito bowl, and why the simplest rule still applies: buy only what you can afford.