RentCafe simplifies how you pay rent with flexible rent

Paying rent just got more flexible for RentCafe members. With the flexible rent integrated directly into RentCafe, you now have the option to split your monthly rent into smaller payments that can better align with your pay schedule.* The service is powered by Flex and it’s a smarter way to manage one of your biggest monthly expenses.

If you’ve ever felt the pressure of paying your full rent before payday, Flex makes rent feel more manageable. It’s designed to help you stay on track, reduce financial stress, and improve your monthly cash flow — without changing your lease terms or due date.

Why flexible rent payments may be right for you

Life doesn’t always follow a once-a-month schedule. Many renters are paid weekly or biweekly, which can make a single large rent payment feel overwhelming. Flexible rent payments give you more control over timing.

They can help you:

• Align rent with your pay schedule
• Better manage monthly groceries, utilities, and other bills
• Reduce the risk of late payments
• Feel more confident about your monthly budget

How to set up flexible rent payments with RentCafe

With the service available through your RentCafe account, getting started is simple and fast.

Here’s how it works:

• If the service is available at your property, you can apply for flexible rent through the payments section within your account.

• Choose a payment plan based on eligibility and credit approval.
• Pay your first rent payment.
• You’ll then choose a date later in the month for your next payment.

Flex then ensures your full rent amount is paid to your property on time, when you make the first payment by your rent due date. Depending on your community, Flex may pay your property directly or provide a payment method for you to complete through your account.

The process is quick, requires no additional coordination with your property team, and can be completed in just minutes.

Who can benefit most from flexible rent payment?

This service can be especially helpful if you:

• Get paid more than once per month (for example, weekly or bi-weekly).
• Prefer spreading out large expenses.
• Want more structure around monthly budgeting.
• Are looking for ways to simplify bill management and reduce rent-day stress.

If any of that sounds familiar, flexible rent payments could make a meaningful difference in your rental experience.

Flexible rent payments are another way RentCafe supports modern renters with essential services designed to simplify everyday living. Along with renter essentials like electricity, security deposit replacement, and more, it’s all about making apartment life easier and more convenient.

*Available to applicants and residents at select properties.

Flexible Finance, Inc., together with its subsidiaries (“Flex”), is a financial technology company, not a bank. All loans, lines of credit (including “Flex Rent”), banking services, and payment transmissions are offered by Lead Bank or Column N.A., Member FDIC. An application and credit assessment are required.

Unsecured lines of credit for Flex Rent are provided for a recurring monthly membership fee up to $14.99; membership automatically renews until canceled. A bill payment fee of 1% of your total rent amount is also charged (an additional 2.5% processing fee applies when using a credit card).

Other third party fees may apply. See your offer for more details. Positive rent payment history and information about your loan may be reported to one or more national credit bureaus. All loan amounts vary based on eligibility. Any graphics are for illustrative purposes only. Terms and conditions apply.

All loan proceeds are disbursed by Lead Bank or Column N.A., Member FDIC; neither Flex nor any of its subsidiaries disburse loan proceeds or engage in the movement of consumer funds. Brokering activities are performed by Flexible Finance Brokering, Inc. Servicing and collection activities are performed by Flexible Finance Servicing, Inc.