Deal Math
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.
Loan after down and trade
Annual interest rate
What the buyer pays today
Shorter
Middle
Longer
Softest jump at 72 months
+$141
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
- Enter your numbers or details in the tool above.
- Read the result instantly, no signup and nothing to install.
- 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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