{"id":41567,"date":"2025-11-04T10:07:18","date_gmt":"2025-11-04T15:07:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/banks\/?p=41567"},"modified":"2025-11-04T10:07:20","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T15:07:20","slug":"sezzle-spending-limit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/banks\/finances\/sezzle-spending-limit\/","title":{"rendered":"Sezzle Spending Limit: Why It Changes and How to Keep It Steady"},"content":{"rendered":" <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019ve used Sezzle for a while, you\u2019ve probably noticed your spending limit (or <em>spending power<\/em>, as Sezzle calls it) isn\u2019t always the same.<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Right now, my own limit sits at around $600, but I\u2019ve seen it climb much higher in the past\u2014and then dip again for reasons that weren\u2019t exactly clear. I\u2019ve also read plenty of stories from other shoppers who\u2019ve had the same experience.<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The good news? A changing limit isn\u2019t necessarily a bad thing. It\u2019s just part of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/banks\/finances\/how-does-sezzle-work\/\">how Sezzle manages<\/a> flexible, interest-free spending while keeping accounts safe and reliable. Let\u2019s break down why your Sezzle spending limit can fluctuate, what affects it, and how to help it grow again over time.<\/p> <p class=\"custom_key wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Key Takeaways<\/strong><\/p> <ul class=\"wp-block-list custom_underline\"> <li><strong>Dynamic Spending Limit: <\/strong>Your Sezzle spending limit is flexible\u2014it changes as your account activity, payments, and shopping behavior evolve.<\/li> <li><strong>Unique Approval Process: <\/strong>Sezzle uses its own system to determine and update limits, considering payment history, order activity, and account behavior rather than relying solely on credit scores.<\/li> <li><strong>Soft Credit Checks Only: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/banks\/finances\/does-sezzle-report-to-credit-bureaus\/\">Sezzle performs soft credit checks<\/a> that won\u2019t affect your credit score, even when your account or limit is reviewed.<\/li> <li><strong>Linked Payment Methods: <\/strong>Connecting a debit card or a verified bank account may improve your Sezzle standing, though results vary by user.<\/li> <li><strong>Automatic Adjustments: <\/strong>Limit increases and decreases happen automatically. They aren\u2019t punishments; they\u2019re part of Sezzle\u2019s effort to balance risk and keep the service running smoothly for everyone.<\/li> <\/ul> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-sezzle-s-spending-limit-works\"><strong>How Sezzle\u2019s Spending Limit Works<\/strong><\/h2> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your spending limit in Sezzle isn\u2019t a one-time number; it\u2019s more like a snapshot of your financial relationship with the app at any given time.<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you first sign up, Sezzle assigns a limit based on a unique approval process that looks at:<\/p> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>How often you use the app and make payments on time<\/li> <li>The average size of your orders<\/li> <li>Your connected debit card or bank account activity<\/li> <li>Sezzle\u2019s overall risk and reliability models<\/li> <\/ul> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Over time, your limit can rise as you successfully complete orders and demonstrate responsible use. But it can also decrease temporarily if Sezzle\u2019s system detects anything unusual or if your usage pattern changes.<\/p> <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"486\" height=\"404\" src=\"https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/banks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Sezzle-Spending-Limit-info.png\" alt=\"Sezzle spending power\" class=\"wp-image-41572\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/banks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Sezzle-Spending-Limit-info.png 486w, https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/banks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Sezzle-Spending-Limit-info-300x249.png 300w, https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/banks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Sezzle-Spending-Limit-info-150x125.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 486px) 100vw, 486px\" \/><\/figure> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-your-limit-might-drop\"><strong>Why Your Limit Might Drop<\/strong><\/h2> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many users have noticed their spending power suddenly drops\u2014even after paying early or never missing a payment. In one Reddit thread, shoppers mentioned decreases happening right after linking a bank account or paying off several orders at once.<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This doesn\u2019t necessarily mean you did anything wrong. Sezzle\u2019s algorithm constantly adjusts based on multiple factors, including recent spending, payment frequency, and the overall demand on their system.<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sometimes, linking a new account through Plaid (Sezzle\u2019s verification partner) can trigger a short-term reduction while the system re-evaluates your risk level. Other times, inactivity or rapid payments may temporarily lower your available limit until the algorithm updates again.<\/p> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-your-limit-might-increase\"><strong>Why Your Limit Might Increase<\/strong><\/h2> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Plenty of Sezzle shoppers have seen the opposite\u2014steady growth over time. Some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/Sezzle\/comments\/1ndbtsq\/has_anyone_received_a_limit_increase_lately\/\">report<\/a> small increases after consistent use, while others see jumps after paying early or finishing several orders in full.<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sezzle tends to reward:<\/p> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>On-time or early payments<\/li> <li>Consistent app usage<\/li> <li>Smaller, frequent purchases<\/li> <li>Paid-off orders with no outstanding balances<\/li> <\/ul> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your limit may rise gradually every few weeks as Sezzle reviews your history and detects responsible use. Increases often happen automatically and don\u2019t require you to request them.<\/p> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-factors-that-affect-your-spending-power\"><strong>Factors That Affect Your Spending Power<\/strong><\/h2> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here\u2019s a look at what can influence your Sezzle spending limit\u2014both positively and negatively:<\/p> <style type=\"text\/css\" id=\"supsystic-table-17_59715-css\">\/* Here you can add custom CSS for the current table *\/ \/* Lean more about CSS: https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Cascading_Style_Sheets *\/ \/* To prevent the use of styles to other tables use \"#supsystic-table-17\" as a base selector for example: #supsystic-table-17 { ... } #supsystic-table-17 tbody { ... } #supsystic-table-17 tbody tr { ... } *\/ div#supsystic-table-17_wrapper { width: 60%; margin: 0 auto; } table#supsystic-table-17 { border: none !important; } .supsystic-tables-wrap .dataTables_scrollHead table.supsystic-table { border-bottom: unset 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td a { padding: 8px !important; font-size: 11px !important; } div#supsystic-table-17_wrapper { width: 100%; margin: 0 auto; } } <\/style> <div id=\"supsystic-table-17_59715\" class=\"supsystic-tables-wrap \" style=\" width:100%; visibility: hidden; \" data-table-width-fixed=\"100%\" data-table-width-mobile=\"100%\" ><table id=\"supsystic-table-17\" class=\"supsystic-table border stripe hover lightboxImg cell-border\" data-id=\"17\" data-view-id=\"17_59715\" data-title=\"Factors That Affect Your Spending Power\" data-currency-format=\"$1,000.00\" data-percent-format=\"10.00%\" data-date-format=\"DD.MM.YYYY\" data-time-format=\"HH:mm\" data-features=\"[&quot;after_table_loaded_script&quot;]\" data-search-value=\"\" data-lightbox-img=\"\" data-head=\"on\" data-head-rows-count=\"1\" data-pagination-length=\"50,100,All\" data-auto-index=\"off\" data-searching-settings=\"{&quot;columnSearchPosition&quot;:&quot;bottom&quot;,&quot;minChars&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-lang=\"default\" data-override=\"{&quot;emptyTable&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;info&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;infoEmpty&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;infoFiltered&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;lengthMenu&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;search&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;previous&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;next&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;zeroRecords&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;exportLabel&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;file&quot;:&quot;default&quot;}\" data-merged=\"[]\" data-responsive-mode=\"2\" data-from-history=\"0\" ><thead><tr><th data-cell-id=\"A1\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"1\" data-db-index=\"1\" class=\"htCenter\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Factor\" data-order=\"Factor\" style=\"min-width:33.3333%; width:33.3333%;\" >Factor <\/th><th data-cell-id=\"B1\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"1\" data-db-index=\"1\" class=\"htCenter\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Effect on Limit\" data-order=\"Effect on Limit\" style=\"min-width:33.3333%; width:33.3333%;\" >Effect on Limit <\/th><th data-cell-id=\"C1\" data-x=\"2\" data-y=\"1\" data-db-index=\"1\" class=\"htCenter\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Why It Matters\" data-order=\"Why It Matters\" style=\"min-width:33.3333%; width:33.3333%;\" >Why It Matters <\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A2\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"2\" data-db-index=\"2\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"On-time payments\" data-order=\"On-time payments\" >On-time payments <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B2\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"2\" data-db-index=\"2\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"\u2795 Increase\" data-order=\"\u2795 Increase\" >\u2795 Increase <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"C2\" data-x=\"2\" data-y=\"2\" data-db-index=\"2\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Builds trust and reliability with Sezzle\" data-order=\"Builds trust and reliability with Sezzle\" >Builds trust and reliability with Sezzle <\/td><\/tr><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A3\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"3\" data-db-index=\"3\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Early payments\" data-order=\"Early payments\" >Early payments <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B3\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"3\" data-db-index=\"3\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"\u2795 Increase\" data-order=\"\u2795 Increase\" >\u2795 Increase <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"C3\" data-x=\"2\" data-y=\"3\" data-db-index=\"3\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Signals strong financial habits\" data-order=\"Signals strong financial habits\" >Signals strong financial habits <\/td><\/tr><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A4\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"4\" data-db-index=\"4\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Inactivity\" data-order=\"Inactivity\" >Inactivity <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B4\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"4\" data-db-index=\"4\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"\u2796 Decrease\" data-order=\"\u2796 Decrease\" >\u2796 Decrease <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"C4\" data-x=\"2\" data-y=\"4\" data-db-index=\"4\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Less usage can trigger automatic reductions\" data-order=\"Less usage can trigger automatic reductions\" >Less usage can trigger automatic reductions <\/td><\/tr><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A5\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"5\" data-db-index=\"5\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Linking a bank account\" data-order=\"Linking a bank account\" >Linking a bank account <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B5\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"5\" data-db-index=\"5\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"\u3030\ufe0f Varies\" data-order=\"\u3030\ufe0f Varies\" >\u3030\ufe0f Varies <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"C5\" data-x=\"2\" data-y=\"5\" data-db-index=\"5\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Helps verification, but may temporarily lower your limit\" data-order=\"Helps verification, but may temporarily lower your limit\" >Helps verification, but may temporarily lower your limit <\/td><\/tr><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A6\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"6\" data-db-index=\"6\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Missed or failed payments\" data-order=\"Missed or failed payments\" >Missed or failed payments <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B6\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"6\" data-db-index=\"6\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"\u2796 Decrease\" data-order=\"\u2796 Decrease\" >\u2796 Decrease <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"C6\" data-x=\"2\" data-y=\"6\" data-db-index=\"6\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Raises repayment risk\" data-order=\"Raises repayment risk\" >Raises repayment risk <\/td><\/tr><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A7\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"7\" data-db-index=\"7\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Smaller, consistent orders\" data-order=\"Smaller, consistent orders\" >Smaller, consistent orders <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B7\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"7\" data-db-index=\"7\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"\u2795 Increase\" data-order=\"\u2795 Increase\" >\u2795 Increase <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"C7\" data-x=\"2\" data-y=\"7\" data-db-index=\"7\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Demonstrates stable, low-risk use\" data-order=\"Demonstrates stable, low-risk use\" >Demonstrates stable, low-risk use <\/td><\/tr><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A8\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"8\" data-db-index=\"8\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"High order volume or risk\" data-order=\"High order volume or risk\" >High order volume or risk <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B8\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"8\" data-db-index=\"8\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"\u2796 Decrease\" data-order=\"\u2796 Decrease\" >\u2796 Decrease <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"C8\" data-x=\"2\" data-y=\"8\" data-db-index=\"8\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"May cause Sezzle to adjust temporarily\" data-order=\"May cause Sezzle to adjust temporarily\" >May cause Sezzle to adjust temporarily <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><!-- \/#supsystic-table-17.supsystic-table --><\/div><!-- \/.supsystic-tables-wrap --><!-- Tables Generator by Supsystic --><!-- Version:1.11.2 --><!-- http:\/\/supsystic.com\/ --><a title=\"WP Table Builder\" style=\"display:none;\" href=\"https:\/\/supsystic.com\/plugins\/wordpress-data-table-plugin\/?utm_medium=love_link\" target=\"_blank\">WP Table Builder<\/a> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-encourage-an-increase\"><strong>How to Encourage an Increase<\/strong><\/h2> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While Sezzle doesn\u2019t guarantee increases, most shoppers who see growth follow a few consistent habits:<\/p> <ol class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Pay early or on time.<\/strong> Even a few days early helps establish reliability.<\/li> <li><strong>Keep a small balance.<\/strong> Avoid maxing out your limit; it shows control.<\/li> <li><strong>Shop consistently.<\/strong> Small, regular orders tend to help more than big, occasional ones.<\/li> <li><strong>Avoid missed or rescheduled payments.<\/strong> These can flag your account for review.<\/li> <li><strong>Be patient.<\/strong> Sezzle often re-evaluates every few weeks, and increases can happen quietly in the background.<\/li> <\/ol> <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"791\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/banks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Sezzle-Spending-Limit-info1.png\" alt=\"ways to increase your Sezzle spend limit\" class=\"wp-image-41573\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/banks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Sezzle-Spending-Limit-info1.png 791w, https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/banks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Sezzle-Spending-Limit-info1-232x300.png 232w, https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/banks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Sezzle-Spending-Limit-info1-768x994.png 768w, https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/banks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Sezzle-Spending-Limit-info1-116x150.png 116w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 791px) 100vw, 791px\" \/><\/figure> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-common-misconceptions\"><strong>Common Misconceptions<\/strong><\/h2> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s a lot of talk online about Sezzle \u201cpenalizing\u201d users with lower limits, but that\u2019s not exactly how it works.<\/p> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Bank linking doesn\u2019t always hurt your limit.<\/strong> For some users, it improves reliability; for others, it triggers short-term recalculation.<\/li> <li><strong>Limit changes aren\u2019t punishment.<\/strong> They reflect Sezzle\u2019s real-time risk adjustments, not your personal financial worth.<\/li> <li><strong>Credit cards and Sezzle serve different purposes.<\/strong> Even with strong credit, Sezzle offers flexible, interest-free options without long-term debt.<\/li> <\/ul> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-real-experiences-from-sezzle-shoppers\"><strong>Real Experiences from Sezzle Shoppers<\/strong><\/h2> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Across <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/Sezzle\/comments\/1np0pcv\/what_is_wrong_with_sezzle\/?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=web3x&amp;utm_name=web3xcss&amp;utm_term=1&amp;utm_content=share_button\">Reddit<\/a> and other forums, experiences are mixed. Some shoppers reported their limit dropping from $1,000 to $250 after linking a bank account, while others saw steady growth from $300 to $600 after months of consistent use.<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One user mentioned that paying early and using Sezzle regularly kept their limit rising, while another said inactivity led to a decrease. It\u2019s clear that the system reacts differently for each person, likely based on individual usage patterns and risk evaluations.<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As one user summed it up:<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cI\u2019ve been talking about how I\u2019ve been using it regular since July, have gone from 300, 500 then 600. But this past week it went down to 525. I pay everything early, up to 2 weeks I just pay what will be due before my next paycheck. So it\u2019s clear it reaches everyone at some point.\u201d \u2014 u\/FleetingDaisies91, Reddit<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The same user later says,<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cIt stayed at 525 that period but on my recent 10\/22 paycheck and normal<br>payment behavior it went up to 625.\u201d<\/p> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-balanced-perspective\"><strong>A Balanced Perspective<\/strong><\/h2> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a Sezzle user myself, I understand the confusion when your limit changes without warning. But these shifts don\u2019t necessarily mean something negative; it\u2019s just Sezzle\u2019s automated way of adapting to user activity.<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your limit drops unexpectedly, give it a billing cycle or two. Keep your payments consistent, stay active, and check your account regularly. Most users eventually see their spending power rise again as their profile stabilizes.<\/p> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-thoughts\"><strong>Final Thoughts<\/strong><\/h2> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your Sezzle spending limit is meant to be flexible. It moves with your activity, order history, and overall reliability as a shopper. Think of it as a reflection of your Sezzle relationship, not a grade. The more responsibly and consistently you use the app, the better your spending power tends to become over time. So if your number dips for a while, don\u2019t stress\u2014it\u2019s not permanent. Keep making smart purchases, pay on time, and let Sezzle\u2019s system catch up.<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/banks\/finances\/sezzle-review\/\">Learn more about Sezzle in my review<\/a> with first-hand experience using the app.<\/p> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\"><strong>FAQs<\/strong><\/h2> <div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1762157750247\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is Sezzle a completely free service?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Not always. Sezzle is mostly free to use, but there may be a small service fee at checkout. You\u2019ll also see fees for missed payments.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1762157756062\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How does Sezzle decide my purchasing power?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Your purchasing power depends on several factors, like your order history, payment behavior, and overall account activity.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1762157764422\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Do smaller orders help increase my limit?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. Sezzle shoppers who place smaller orders and pay them off quickly often see their limit rise over time.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1762157770740\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Does Sezzle check with the merchant before I\u2019m approved?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No. Sezzle\u2019s unique approval process happens instantly and separately from the merchant\u2019s checkout system.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1762157779853\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can my account access improve over time?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Definitely. Responsible use\u2014like consistent payments and no declined orders\u2014can increase your access and likelihood of being approved for larger order amounts in the future.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> ","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve used Sezzle for a while, you\u2019ve probably noticed your spending limit (or spending power, as Sezzle calls it) isn\u2019t always the same. Right now, my own limit sits at around $600, but I\u2019ve seen it climb much higher in the past\u2014and then dip again for reasons that weren\u2019t exactly clear. 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