FUTR Launches Creator Campaign with Auto Sales Expert DericSells to Drive Consumer Onboarding into the FUTR Agent App
The proposed EQITrade joint venture did not progress to definitive agreements before FUTR terminated its letter of intent.
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The FUTR Corporation (FTRCF) launched a creator campaign with auto sales professional Deric Bumper to attract consumers directly to its FUTR Agent App. Bumper, known as DericSells, has more than 110,000 followers across his social channels and will publish explanatory videos. Existing auto borrowers can enroll without going through a dealer; FUTR says dealers will remain its core channel.
Separately, FUTR delivered notice on October 25, 2026 terminating its April 1, 2026 letter of intent with EQITrade for a proposed joint venture. The termination followed the parties not entering into definitive agreements.
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- Moderate pointEQITrade joint-venture letter of intent terminated following October 25, 2026 notice; definitive agreements were not reached.
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Campaign brings car buyers directly into the FUTR Agent App, which automates weekly or bi-weekly loan payments, helps consumers save money on interest and gives them the opportunity to earn FUTR Tokens
Highlights
- FUTR launches a creator campaign with Deric Bumper (@DericSells), a veteran auto sales professional with more than 110,000 followers across his social channels
- The campaign introduces the FUTR Agent App directly to car buyers, who can onboard on their own without going through a dealer
- The FUTR Agent App automates weekly or bi-weekly car loan payments matched to consumers' pay cycles, helping them pay down principal faster and reduce the total interest they pay
- Consumers in the FUTR Agent App can also earn FUTR Tokens¹ for activities such as uploading their auto documents and maintaining on-time payment streaks
Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - October 26, 2026) - The FUTR Corporation (TSXV: FTRC) (OTCQB: FTRCF) (FSE: QA20) ("FUTR" or the "Company") today announced a creator campaign with Deric Bumper, known to his followers as DericSells, to introduce car buyers to the FUTR Agent App and drive direct consumer onboarding.
How the FUTR Agent App Saves Consumers Money
Most auto loans are paid monthly, while most consumers are paid weekly or bi-weekly. The FUTR Agent App closes that gap by automating loan payments on a weekly or bi-weekly schedule that matches the consumer's pay cycle. Because payments are made more frequently, consumers make the equivalent of one extra monthly payment each year, paying down principal faster and reducing the total interest paid over the life of the loan, without raising the size of the payment they budget for each pay period.
Once a consumer is onboarded, the FUTR Agent App handles the schedule automatically, so there is nothing to remember and fewer missed or late payments. Consumers can also earn FUTR Tokens in the FUTR Agent App for activities such as uploading their auto documents, maintaining on-time payment streaks and making referrals. The service is powered by FUTR Payments, which optimizes car loan and mortgage payments for consumers and serves mortgage brokers as well as approximately 180 active US auto dealerships.
Opening a Direct Path to Consumers
To date, consumers have reached the FUTR Agent App primarily through FUTR's dealer and broker relationships. The DericSells campaign adds a direct path: borrowers who already have an auto loan can learn about the FUTR Agent App from a source they follow for car-buying advice and onboard themselves in minutes on their phone.
Deric Bumper is a veteran auto sales professional who shares practical advice on buying and financing a vehicle across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and YouTube. Under the campaign, he will publish a series of videos explaining how the FUTR Agent App works and how it can help his followers save on interest.
"Car buyers are paid weekly or bi-weekly, but their loans are built around a monthly payment. The FUTR Agent App fixes that mismatch automatically, puts real interest savings back in their pockets and gives them the opportunity to earn FUTR Tokens for staying on track. Our dealer network will remain our core channel, and this campaign lets us reach car buyers directly where they already get their advice and bring them straight into the FUTR Agent App."
Alex McDougall, Chief Executive Officer of The FUTR Corporation
"My followers ask me every day how to stay on top of their car payment after they drive off the lot. The FUTR Agent App sets up their payments to match their paycheck automatically and helps them save on interest, and they can get started on their phone in a few minutes."
Deric Bumper, DericSells
Termination of EQITrade Letter of Intent
The Company also announces that, on October 25, 2026, it delivered notice terminating its letter of intent dated April 1, 2026 with EQITrade Limited in respect of the proposed joint venture between the two companies. The letter of intent was terminated in accordance with its terms, as the parties had not entered into definitive agreements.
¹ The FUTR Token is issued by the FUTR Foundation.
About The FUTR Corporation
The FUTR Corporation (TSXV: FTRC) (OTCQB: FTRCF) (FSE: QA20), creator of the FUTR Agent App, enables users to store, manage, access, and monetize their personal information and make intelligent payments. The company operates FUTR Payments, which optimizes car loan and mortgage payments for consumers and serves mortgage brokers as well as approximately 180 active US auto dealerships, and FUTR Planning, a consumer financial planning platform with approximately 1.0 million plans produced since 2016. For more information, visit www.thefutrcorp.com.
About DericSells
Deric Bumper, known as DericSells, is an auto sales professional and content creator who helps car buyers navigate vehicle purchasing and financing. He publishes on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and YouTube under @DericSells and @DericSellsCars.
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Information
This press release contains forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Such statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. Forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements regarding the timing and content of the creator campaign, consumer onboarding into the FUTR Agent App, interest savings available to consumers, the availability and features of FUTR Tokens, and growth of the FUTR Agent App. Interest savings vary based on each consumer's loan terms, payment schedule and lender. FUTR Tokens are subject to program terms and applicable regulatory requirements, which may change. The Company assumes no obligation to update forward-looking information except as required by law.
Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this press release.
For Further Information, Please Contact
Jason Ewart, EVP, at 416-580-0721.
For Investor Relations, please contact ir@thefutrcorp.com.
Source: The FUTR Corporation
To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/320903
FAQ
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What is FUTR's campaign with DericSells intended to do?
FUTR's campaign with DericSells is intended to bring car buyers directly into the FUTR Agent App. Deric Bumper will publish videos explaining the app, and borrowers with existing auto loans can enroll without going through a dealer.
How does the FUTR Agent App schedule auto loan payments?
The FUTR Agent App automates weekly or bi-weekly payments matched to a consumer's pay cycle. FUTR says the schedule results in the equivalent of one extra monthly payment each year, helping borrowers pay down principal faster and reduce interest over the loan's life without increasing their budgeted payment for each pay period.