The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is requiring buy-now, pay-later lenders to provide the same protections to shoppers as credit card companies do.

New research finds that people who use it the most tend to use it like a credit card, instead of a credit card. And that's regardless of income.

NPR wants to know whether rising prices have led you to shop differently for groceries, travel or entertainment; use "buy now pay later" services; or dip into savings to cover your debts.

People are paying for blenders, shirts and even groceries in installments. New research suggests this encourages people to overspend.

Have you used Afterpay, Klarna or any other options to pay for your purchase in installments? Are you facing unexpected fees or loving the convenience? We want to hear from you.