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Payment Shock Cushion

What does the Payment Shock Cushion do?

Show a first-time buyer how a slightly longer term softens the jump from their old payment. The fastest closer is the one who can put accurate numbers in front of a customer on the spot. This tool gives you clean deal math in seconds.

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Payment shock cushion.

Compare candidate terms side by side. See how a longer term lowers the monthly jump from your current payment, and the total interest each term really costs.

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Loan after down and trade

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Annual interest rate

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What the buyer pays today

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Shorter

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Middle

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Longer

Softest jump at 72 months

+$141

The 72 month term still lifts the payment $141 a month, but it is the gentlest of the three. Weigh it against the interest below.
TermPaymentVs nowInterest
48 mo$781+$361$5,498
60 mo$649+$229$6,931
72 mo$561+$141$8,397

A longer term lowers the monthly payment but adds interest over the life of the loan, so the softest jump is rarely the cheapest deal. Uses standard loan amortization. This is a guide, not a financing offer.

How to use it

  1. Enter your numbers or details in the tool above.
  2. Read the result instantly, no signup and nothing to install.
  3. Use it live with your customer to build trust and move the deal.

Common questions

What is the Payment Shock Cushion?

Show a first-time buyer how a slightly longer term softens the jump from their old payment. It is a free tool from JOEY for the individual car salesperson, and it runs right here in your browser.

Is the Payment Shock Cushion free?

Yes. The Payment Shock Cushion is free to use with no signup. JOEY also offers a full personal sales assistant if you want it to work your follow-up for you.

Who is the Payment Shock Cushion for?

It is built for the car salesperson who wants an edge, not for a corporate rollout. The fastest closer is the one who can put accurate numbers in front of a customer on the spot. This tool gives you clean deal math in seconds.

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