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We bring you news and insights on the latest industry trends and information to help you grow your business, benefit from new opportunities, and build strong connections with your clients.

A woman sits at a desk with paperwork and a calculator.
January 14, 2026

2026 trends expected to increase demand for customer financing

Customer financing remains a powerful tool for businesses to grow sales, increase average transaction value, and meet evolving consumer expectations. In 2026, several economic, technological, and consumer behavior trends are contributing to increased demand for accessible and flexible payment solutions, such as Aqua+. Businesses that adapt to these developments by

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a persons hands rest on the handles of a snowmobile as they drive toward a setting sun.
December 15, 2025

Winter thrills ahead: Boost your powersports sales with Aqua+

Why winter is the perfect time to sell snowmobiles and other powersports Peak season excitement For snowmobile enthusiasts, winter is the main event. Customers are dreaming of carving fresh powder, exploring backcountry trails, and enjoying crisp mornings on their sleds. That sense of urgency and passion makes them more ready

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A man decorates his house with holiday lights.
December 3, 2025

Help your customers wrap up year-end purchases with the power of Aqua+

As the calendar year winds down, many customers are eager to finish that final home-improvement project, upgrade their water system, or make that big seasonal recreation purchase before the new year. But even motivated customers can face financial hesitation – that’s where Aqua+ comes in. How Aqua+ helps make year-end

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a woman stands in front of a faucet, pouring a glass of water from a water treatment system.
November 18, 2025

Making clean, safe water more accessible for homeowners with Aqua+

According to recent market research, the U.S. residential water-treatment systems market is projected to grow strongly through the end of the decade.1 For a water-treatment dealer, that’s great news: demand is rising. But there’s a catch. Many customers hesitate when confronted with a large upfront cost. That’s where Aqua+ makes

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A family huddles around a portable heater after failing to prepare their HVAC system for winter.
November 3, 2025

Help Your Customers Prepare Their HVAC Systems for Winter

Here’s a handy checklist to share with customers to ensure their HVAC systems are kept in top running order: 1. Recommend professional inspections early Encourage customers to schedule a professional inspection in the fall. Many manufacturers recommend at least one HVAC check-up per year to maintain efficiency and prevent mid-season

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A front porch is decorated for the Halloween season with spooky fog, lanterns, pumpkins and cobwebs.
October 27, 2025

Don’t Be Spooked by Slow Financing

When customers are ready to buy, every moment counts. Long wait times, confusing paperwork, and delayed funding can leave both you and your customers frustrated. That’s a real nightmare for business. That’s where Aqua+ comes in. Simpler, faster, better financing Aqua+ was built to streamline the financing process, so you

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Two hands using a power drill on a home improvement project.
October 8, 2025

Home remodeling trends point to continued demand for flexible financing options

The home improvement sector continues to be a bright spot in the U.S. economy. According to Fixr’s recent report, Home Remodeling Statistics & Trends 2025, the market is projected to grow again this year offering insights into homeowner priorities and spending habits that could shape the broader landscape of the

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Homeowner clearing autumn leaves from rain gutters demonstrating essential fall home maintenance task
September 18, 2025

The fall rush: Preparing your business for seasonal demand with Aqua+

Fall is one of the busiest times of the year for home improvement projects. Homeowners are tackling last-minute home improvement upgrades to prepare their homes for the winter season quickly approaching.1 For dealers, this means higher demand, bigger customer projects, and the need for flexible financing options. This is where

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The seal of the federal reserve, who manages interest rates.
September 9, 2025

What to watch as the Fed prepares to meet

The Federal Reserve (the Fed) regularly announces interest rate changes and other measures to manage economic conditions. Here are three areas to look for when the Fed speaks – and how to be proactive with customers.

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A woman sits at a desk with paperwork and a calculator.
Jan, 2026

2026 trends expected to increase demand for customer financing

Customer financing remains a powerful tool for businesses to grow sales, increase average transaction value, and meet evolving consumer expectations. In 2026, several economic, technological, and consumer behavior trends are contributing to increased demand for accessible and flexible payment solutions, such as Aqua+. Businesses that adapt to these developments by

Read more
a persons hands rest on the handles of a snowmobile as they drive toward a setting sun.
Dec, 2025

Winter thrills ahead: Boost your powersports sales with Aqua+

Why winter is the perfect time to sell snowmobiles and other powersports Peak season excitement For snowmobile enthusiasts, winter is the main event. Customers are dreaming of carving fresh powder, exploring backcountry trails, and enjoying crisp mornings on their sleds. That sense of urgency and passion makes them more ready

Read more
A man decorates his house with holiday lights.
Dec, 2025

Help your customers wrap up year-end purchases with the power of Aqua+

As the calendar year winds down, many customers are eager to finish that final home-improvement project, upgrade their water system, or make that big seasonal recreation purchase before the new year. But even motivated customers can face financial hesitation – that’s where Aqua+ comes in. How Aqua+ helps make year-end

Read more
A family huddles around a portable heater after failing to prepare their HVAC system for winter.
Nov, 2025

Help Your Customers Prepare Their HVAC Systems for Winter

Here’s a handy checklist to share with customers to ensure their HVAC systems are kept in top running order: 1. Recommend professional inspections early Encourage customers to schedule a professional inspection in the fall. Many manufacturers recommend at least one HVAC check-up per year to maintain efficiency and prevent mid-season

Read more
A front porch is decorated for the Halloween season with spooky fog, lanterns, pumpkins and cobwebs.
Oct, 2025

Don’t Be Spooked by Slow Financing

When customers are ready to buy, every moment counts. Long wait times, confusing paperwork, and delayed funding can leave both you and your customers frustrated. That’s a real nightmare for business. That’s where Aqua+ comes in. Simpler, faster, better financing Aqua+ was built to streamline the financing process, so you

Read more
Two hands using a power drill on a home improvement project.
Oct, 2025

Home remodeling trends point to continued demand for flexible financing options

The home improvement sector continues to be a bright spot in the U.S. economy. According to Fixr’s recent report, Home Remodeling Statistics & Trends 2025, the market is projected to grow again this year offering insights into homeowner priorities and spending habits that could shape the broader landscape of the

Read more
A woman sits at a desk with paperwork and a calculator.
Jan, 2026

2026 trends expected to increase demand for customer financing

Customer financing remains a powerful tool for businesses to grow sales, increase average transaction value, and meet evolving consumer expectations. In 2026, several economic, technological, and consumer behavior trends are contributing to increased demand for accessible and flexible payment solutions, such as Aqua+. Businesses that adapt to these developments by

Read more
a persons hands rest on the handles of a snowmobile as they drive toward a setting sun.
Dec, 2025

Winter thrills ahead: Boost your powersports sales with Aqua+

Why winter is the perfect time to sell snowmobiles and other powersports Peak season excitement For snowmobile enthusiasts, winter is the main event. Customers are dreaming of carving fresh powder, exploring backcountry trails, and enjoying crisp mornings on their sleds. That sense of urgency and passion makes them more ready

Read more
A man decorates his house with holiday lights.
Dec, 2025

Help your customers wrap up year-end purchases with the power of Aqua+

As the calendar year winds down, many customers are eager to finish that final home-improvement project, upgrade their water system, or make that big seasonal recreation purchase before the new year. But even motivated customers can face financial hesitation – that’s where Aqua+ comes in. How Aqua+ helps make year-end

Read more
The seal of the federal reserve, who manages interest rates.
Sep, 2025

What to watch as the Fed prepares to meet

The Federal Reserve (the Fed) regularly announces interest rate changes and other measures to manage economic conditions. Here are three areas to look for when the Fed speaks – and how to be proactive with customers.

Read more
A boat buyer drives a boat along a waterway with trees lining the shore.
Aug, 2025

Supporting the new wave of boat buyers with Aqua+

The boating market is evolving faster than ever and so are today’s buyers. Recent insights from the 2025 American Boating Congress reveal a major shift: women now influence up to 85% of all consumer spending, and Gen Z is quickly becoming a powerful buying force.1 These emerging buyers value experiences

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Aqua Finance and Wells Fargo logos with the words Press Release August 18, 2025.
Aug, 2025

Aqua Finance and Wells Fargo Inventory Finance Announce Retail Financing Program

SAN FRANCISCO – August 18, 2025 – Aqua Finance, Inc. (“Aqua”), a leading provider of consumer financing solutions, and Wells Fargo Commercial Distribution Finance, LLC (“Inventory Finance”) today announced a new retail financing program, provided by Aqua, for a variety of recreational products including boats, RVs, and powersports, in collaboration

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A woman sits at a desk with paperwork and a calculator.
Jan, 2026

2026 trends expected to increase demand for customer financing

Customer financing remains a powerful tool for businesses to grow sales, increase average transaction value, and meet evolving consumer expectations. In 2026, several economic, technological, and consumer behavior trends are contributing to increased demand for accessible and flexible payment solutions, such as Aqua+. Businesses that adapt to these developments by

Read more
A man decorates his house with holiday lights.
Dec, 2025

Help your customers wrap up year-end purchases with the power of Aqua+

As the calendar year winds down, many customers are eager to finish that final home-improvement project, upgrade their water system, or make that big seasonal recreation purchase before the new year. But even motivated customers can face financial hesitation – that’s where Aqua+ comes in. How Aqua+ helps make year-end

Read more
a woman stands in front of a faucet, pouring a glass of water from a water treatment system.
Nov, 2025

Making clean, safe water more accessible for homeowners with Aqua+

According to recent market research, the U.S. residential water-treatment systems market is projected to grow strongly through the end of the decade.1 For a water-treatment dealer, that’s great news: demand is rising. But there’s a catch. Many customers hesitate when confronted with a large upfront cost. That’s where Aqua+ makes

Read more
The seal of the federal reserve, who manages interest rates.
Sep, 2025

What to watch as the Fed prepares to meet

The Federal Reserve (the Fed) regularly announces interest rate changes and other measures to manage economic conditions. Here are three areas to look for when the Fed speaks – and how to be proactive with customers.

Read more
A technician installs a home water filter for filtration of microplastics.
Jul, 2025

Microplastics and market momentum: why the future of home water filtration is now

As concerns about water quality continue to rise, homeowners are looking to dealers for solutions they can trust…and the market is responding. According to a recent report from Grand View Research1, the global home water filtration market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.5%

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A dealer sits across a desk from a customer providing information about financing.
Sep, 2024

Dealer financing 101: How to become an Aqua dealer

For over 35 years, Aqua has provided financing solutions through a national network of 5,000 dealers, contractors, and retailers. This year, we introduced Aqua+, our new brand that showcases our elevated dealer experience with a simpler application, instant credit decisions, and faster financing. Here’s how it works:

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Aqua Finance, Inc.’s NMLS identifier is #1082164 which may be verified at NMLS Consumer Access.

Aqua Finance, Inc.’s California Debt Collection License is #11319-99

Michigan Aqua Finance, Inc.’s NMLS identifier is #1082164 which may be verified at NMLS Consumer Access.

For residents of New York City, New York:

Aqua Finance, Inc. provides servicing options that allow for verbal communication in Spanish. Aqua Finance, Inc. provides servicing and collection letters in Spanish. A translation of commonly used terms is available on the NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection website at nyc.gov/dca.

For Residents of New Mexico:

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VP, Customer Experience

One Corporate Drive Suite 300

Wausau, WI 54401

1.800.234.3663

[email protected]

New Mexico Only: This lender is licensed and regulated by the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department, Financial Institutions Division, P.O. Box 25101, 2550 Cerrillos Road, Santa Fe, New Mexico 87504.

To report any unresolved problems or complaints, contact the Division by telephone number (505) 476-4885 or visit the website: https://www.rld.nm.gov/financial-institutions/

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