Posted on October 9, 2017 — What is a fair price for a car? Figuring out just what a car should cost can be a complicated question, whether you are buying new off the lot, kicking the tires of a used car in somebody’s driveway, or selling one yourself. But there are ways to determine a good value, buying or selling
Posted on September 22, 2017 — When you are contemplating the purchase of a new or used car, you may be eager to simply get to a lot and look at what is available immediately. However, it pays to slow down your search a bit and get a quote for an auto loan before you set foot on the car lot. Why? Here are four
Posted on September 20, 2017 — Is getting an auto loan with bad credit even possible? If you have had some setbacks, it can be disheartening to realize bad credit can be an obstacle when you need a car loan. The good news is that it is possible, and potentially even easy, to get a car loan with bad credit
Posted on September 18, 2017 — To buy a car, you just need your license and maybe a pay stub, right? No. It is a lot more complicated than that, but fortunately, if you plan ahead, you will be good to go. Here is what you will need as you go through the process of buying a car. Remember, each state has different rules
Posted on September 13, 2017 — Who doesn’t want a new car? Whether you are finally buying new after years of driving used cars or whether you are buying a car for the first time, a new car is an exciting prospect. But can you afford one? You may be surprised to know how little some new cars actually cost
Posted on September 11, 2017 — Should you refinance your auto loan? As auto loans get longer and longer terms, and as the credit and job prospects of Americans improve, you may be wondering if you can get a better deal on refinancing your car. The answer is… maybe. Here is what you need to know about refinancing and how to do it right
Posted on September 8, 2017 — “Do you want the extended warranty?” After you have bought a car, this will be one of the first questions you are asked, likely in a room with the dealership’s finance and insurance, or F&I, manager. It is a tough question because either “yes” or “no” can be expensive depending on how things shake out
Posted on August 18, 2017 — What is the best car for getting to work? Some would argue “one with four wheels and an engine,” but the best commuter cars, especially in the used market, will be gas-sipping, will provide a comfortable ride, and will have a high safety rating
Posted on August 16, 2017 — What is the best pickup for hauling your work trailer, your boat, or anything else you can attach to the hitch? While it is easy to look at just raw horsepower, there is more to towing than the engine. When shopping for a used pickup
Posted on August 14, 2017 — Should you buy a car at auction? Every day, around the country, hundreds of cars go on the block. However, buying a car at auction is trickier than just making your bid. Here are a few things to know before you decide to buy a car in this way