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Used Car vs. New Car: Which Should You Buy?

Whether to buy a new car or a used car depends on your budget, vehicle preferences and nee...

By Karen Axelton

Dec 5, 2024

Should I Buy a Car With a Salvage Title?

A car with a salvage title may cost less than a comparable car with a clean title. But buy...

By Tim Maxwell

Nov 29, 2024

Buying a Car out of State: A Complete Guide

Buying a car out of state may take more time and research, but it can help you find a bett...

By Ben Luthi

Nov 29, 2024

Do Credit Unions Offer Better Rates on Car Loans?

Credit unions can make great auto loan lenders. You can expect lower interest rates and ea...

By Marianne Hayes

Nov 28, 2024

How to Get Out of a Car Lease

You can get out of a car lease early by terminating the lease, trading in the car for a ne...

By Karen Axelton

Nov 28, 2024

What Car Should I Buy?

If you’re planning to buy a car soon, it’s important to consider several factors when choo...

By Ben Luthi

Nov 21, 2024

Leasing Is the Most Popular Way to Pay for an EV

Leasing a new EV saves $88 per month on average over taking out a loan, and you may still ...

By Gayle Sato

Nov 15, 2024

Most Popular Electric Vehicles of 2024

EV models from Tesla, Ford, Hyundai, Toyota and Rivian (among others) round out the top 10...

By Gayle Sato

Nov 13, 2024

The Most Popular Cars to Lease in 2024

The Honda CR-V is America's most popular leased car for Q2 2024, and Hondas are the most c...

By Karen Axelton

Nov 4, 2024

Bad Credit Car Loan Rates for November 2024

Find out what interest rate you can expect to get on an auto loan if you have a bad credit...

By Louis DeNicola

Nov 2, 2024

How to Buy a New Car in 10 Steps

If you’re planning to buy a car, here are some steps to help you manage the process from s...

By Ben Luthi

Oct 31, 2024

What Is the Best Way to Pay for a Car?

If you’re planning to buy a car soon, here’s what you need to know about your options for ...

By Ben Luthi

Oct 30, 2024

How to Get a Car Loan

Follow these six steps to compare auto loan offers and purchase a new car.

By Louis DeNicola

Oct 29, 2024

Subprime Auto Loan: Guide & Rates

You may need a subprime auto loan if you have a low credit score and want to buy a new or ...

By Louis DeNicola

Oct 29, 2024

Should I Lease or Buy an EV?

Leasing a new EV can save you money on financing, but buying your vehicle gets you a long-...

By Gayle Sato

Oct 28, 2024

What is an Auto Repair Loan?

An auto repair loan can help you get your vehicle back on the road, but be sure to conside...

By LaToya Irby

Oct 27, 2024

How to Qualify for a 0% APR Car Loan

A car loan with a 0% APR will help you avoid interest charges, but there may be other cost...

By Jennifer Brozic

Oct 25, 2024

How to Transfer a Car Loan to a Family Member

Transferring a car loan to a family member often requires that person to submit an applica...

By John Egan

Oct 23, 2024

Should You Get an Online Auto Loan?

Online auto loans come with competitive rates, fast prequalification and other perks. Stil...

By Tim Maxwell

Oct 21, 2024

When Is the Best Time to Buy a Car?

If you’re planning to buy a car, here are some of the best times to do so if you want a gr...

By Ben Luthi

Oct 17, 2024

What Is a High Interest Rate for a Car Loan?

Shopping for a car loan? Terms can vary, but generally, a rate that's far above the nation...

By Kim Porter

Oct 16, 2024

Can You Refinance a Car Loan With the Same Lender?

Although refinancing a car loan with the same lender can offer several advantages, be sure...

By John Egan

Oct 11, 2024

When Does It Make Sense to Refinance a Car Loan?

If you’re thinking about refinancing your car loan, here are some situations where it make...

By Ben Luthi

Oct 6, 2024

What Is an Auto Loan?

An auto loan can provide you with the financing required to purchase a vehicle. Here’s wha...

By Ben Luthi

Oct 4, 2024

Is It Better to Lease or Buy a Car?

If you’re trying to decide between buying and leasing your next vehicle, here’s what to kn...

By Ben Luthi

Oct 4, 2024

Car-Buying Apps: How to Choose the Best One

If you’re thinking about buying a car soon, there are several car-buying apps that can hel...

By Ben Luthi

Oct 4, 2024

What’s the Average Length of a Car Loan?

As of Q2 2024, average car loan terms are close to six years, but many loans are longer. L...

By Karen Axelton

Oct 3, 2024

How to Get Your Credit Ready to Buy a Car

The higher your credit score, the more likely you are to be approved for an auto loan with...

By John Egan

Sep 30, 2024

How to Get the Best Car Loan

Before you buy a car, it’s important to research and compare several loan options. Here’s ...

By Ben Luthi

Sep 30, 2024

Car-Buying Services: What You Need to Know

Types of car-buying services include online car retailers, car concierges, car brokers and...

By John Egan

Sep 28, 2024

Buying a Car Online vs. In Person

If you’re planning to buy a car, here are some of the potential benefits and drawbacks of ...

By Ben Luthi

Sep 28, 2024

What to Do if You Can’t Afford Your Car Payment

If you’re unable to make car payments, here are seven steps you can take to get relief fro...

By Ben Luthi

Sep 27, 2024

What Credit Score Do I Need for a Car Lease?

In the first quarter of 2024, the average credit score for a new car lease was 751, accord...

By John Egan

Sep 25, 2024

Should I Refinance My Car?

You can refinance your car soon after driving your car off the lot. Learn when refinancing...

By Tim Maxwell

Aug 28, 2024

How Much Does It Cost to Lease a Car?

Car leases typically have lower monthly payments than a financed car, but it's essential t...

By Tim Maxwell

Jul 24, 2024

Can You Lease a Car With Bad Credit?

Securing a lease with poor credit can be challenging and expensive, but there are things y...

By Jennifer Brozic

Jul 19, 2024

What Is Buy Here, Pay Here Auto Financing?

Buy here, pay here financing is offered by some car dealers to those with bad or no credit...

By Emily Starbuck Gerson

Jul 18, 2024

How to Buy a Used Car

If you’re planning to buy a used car, these steps can help you ensure you find a good deal...

By Ben Luthi

May 28, 2024

What Is MSRP?

MSRP is the amount manufacturers suggest consumers should pay when purchasing a car. It is...

By Jennifer Brozic

May 24, 2024

Can You Return a Car You Just Bought?

You usually can't return a car you just bought unless it's a lemon, your financing falls t...

By Karen Axelton

May 14, 2024

What Is a Salvage Title Car?

If you’re thinking about buying a salvage title car, it’s important to understand the risk...

By Ben Luthi

Jan 10, 2024

Can You Lease a Used Car?

Leasing a used vehicle could net you lower monthly payments over buying used. However, you...

By Geoff Williams

Dec 30, 2023

4 Reasons to Get a Car Loan from a Credit Union

Getting a car loan from a not-for-profit credit union could save you money. Credit union c...

By Gayle Sato

Dec 12, 2023

How to Get a Used Car Loan

You can get a used car loan by setting a budget; researching banks, credit unions, online ...

By Karen Axelton

Dec 8, 2023

How to Defer a Car Payment

A deferment on your car loan could buy you breathing room if you can't cover a payment or ...

By Jim Akin

Nov 20, 2023

Does Credit Card Debt Affect a Car Loan?

If you've got a lot of credit card debt, it's smart to pay down your balances before submi...

By John Egan

Oct 15, 2023

Do’s and Don’ts of Buying a Car

When you're buying a car, do be sure to shop around for the best loan rates and don't simp...

By John Egan

Oct 8, 2023

The Do’s and Don’ts of Leasing a Car

When leasing a car, do negotiate with the dealer—but don't slack on the details, like esti...

By Kim Porter

Oct 4, 2023

Pros and Cons of Finding Your Own Auto Loan

Finding your own auto loan may help you save significant money over time, but you must be ...

By Tim Maxwell

Aug 16, 2023

How to Use the Equity at the End of Your Car Lease

If your car's trade-in value is greater than what it costs to buy out your lease, you have...

By Gayle Sato

Jul 23, 2023

What Is a Good Auto Loan Interest Rate?

A good interest rate on an auto loan depends on several factors. On average, borrowers wit...

By John Egan

Jun 23, 2023

Is Leasing a Car a Good Idea?

If you’re thinking about leasing a car to save money instead of buying, here are some thin...

By Ben Luthi

Jun 19, 2023

Can I Buy a Car With No Money Down?

While you can buy a vehicle with no money down, you probably won't get the best loan terms...

By Karen Axelton

Jun 18, 2023

How to Lower Your Car Payment

Getting a low car payment might save you hundreds of dollars a month. Here are eight ways ...

By John Egan

Jun 10, 2023

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Used Car vs. New Car: Which Should You Buy?

Should I Buy a Car With a Salvage Title?

Buying a Car out of State: A Complete Guide

Do Credit Unions Offer Better Rates on Car Loans?

How to Get Out of a Car Lease

What Car Should I Buy?

Leasing Is the Most Popular Way to Pay for an EV

Most Popular Electric Vehicles of 2024

The Most Popular Cars to Lease in 2024

Bad Credit Car Loan Rates for November 2024

How to Buy a New Car in 10 Steps

What Is the Best Way to Pay for a Car?

How to Get a Car Loan

Subprime Auto Loan: Guide & Rates

Should I Lease or Buy an EV?

What is an Auto Repair Loan?

How to Qualify for a 0% APR Car Loan

How to Transfer a Car Loan to a Family Member

Should You Get an Online Auto Loan?

When Is the Best Time to Buy a Car?

What Is a High Interest Rate for a Car Loan?

Can You Refinance a Car Loan With the Same Lender?

When Does It Make Sense to Refinance a Car Loan?

What Is an Auto Loan?

Is It Better to Lease or Buy a Car?

Car-Buying Apps: How to Choose the Best One

What’s the Average Length of a Car Loan?

How to Get Your Credit Ready to Buy a Car

How to Get the Best Car Loan

Car-Buying Services: What You Need to Know

Buying a Car Online vs. In Person

What to Do if You Can’t Afford Your Car Payment

What Credit Score Do I Need for a Car Lease?

Should I Refinance My Car?

How Much Does It Cost to Lease a Car?

Can You Lease a Car With Bad Credit?

What Is Buy Here, Pay Here Auto Financing?

How to Buy a Used Car

What Is MSRP?

Can You Return a Car You Just Bought?

What Is a Salvage Title Car?

Can You Lease a Used Car?

4 Reasons to Get a Car Loan from a Credit Union

How to Get a Used Car Loan

How to Defer a Car Payment

Does Credit Card Debt Affect a Car Loan?

Do’s and Don’ts of Buying a Car

The Do’s and Don’ts of Leasing a Car

Pros and Cons of Finding Your Own Auto Loan

How to Use the Equity at the End of Your Car Lease

What Is a Good Auto Loan Interest Rate?

Is Leasing a Car a Good Idea?

Can I Buy a Car With No Money Down?

How to Lower Your Car Payment