A perfect storm of increasing vehicle prices, long loan terms, high financing rates and large payments is hurting vehicle affordability. The average amount financed for an auto loan is increasing, ...

Leasing can help you save some money while using a new car for several years, but, unlike buying, you don’t end up with a ...

Car loan preapproval can help you better understand your budget when shopping for a vehicle. Use your preapproved auto financing to signal your ability to buy a car and negotiate with a dealer or ...

Review your credit report, know your credit score and, yes, freeze your credit before stepping on a car dealer's lot. Dealer-arranged financing is convenient but it will limit your options. Typically, ...

New Edmunds data shows that 1 in 4 trade-ins toward new cars had negative equity last quarter and buyers owe even more. New cars are expensive. According to data from Kelley Blue Book and Cox ...

Research vehicle pricing, desired features and long-term ownership costs. Shop around online and at various dealerships to compare prices and financing options. Get pre-approved for a loan to ...

A rumor going around online stated that President Donald Trump has proposed 15-year auto loans. While not true, a 15-year auto loan wouldn’t financially be a good idea in the long run. A wild idea ...

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This video looks at how car dealers rip you off and the car dealer fees you should avoid when buying a car. We show you exactly what car dealership rip-offs, fees, products, and services to never pay ...

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