Some dealers advertise lease-to-own programs, and these programs should not be confused with traditional car leasing.

If you drive a Toyota or Honda, you may be wondering why the maintenance required light comes on, and just how you can get rid of it.

It's not safe to let your dog travel in the car without securing them in a crate or with a travel harness, and learning about pet travel safety can make sure your pets remain as safe as possible.

Hiding your vehicle from a recovery company is a means to an end. Your auto lender is likely to take a drastic step to recover the car if the recovery company can't find it, which means more hassle for you, too.

Your debt to income ratio is important when you're considering taking out a car loan. It's one of many calculations lenders do to ensure you can afford to repay an auto loan. Find out how to calculate yours, and why knowing this is important for your next car.

There are multiple credit bureaus and two main credit scoring models – but what will a dealership see? An auto lender is likely to see your FICO credit score, and here's why.

Auto leasing isn’t right for everyone, especially if you're struggling with bad credit. Whether or not you think leasing is a good idea is subjective. For some people, it’s the perfect way to get a brand-new car without spending tens of thousands of dollars over a few years. For others, vehicle leasing just doesn’t fit their everyday needs.

When you buy a used car from a private seller, there's a lot less paperwork involved than if you're financing one at a dealership, but that's not the only advantage. There are many pros and cons to buying a used car privately, but whether it's right for you depends on many factors. Here's what you need to know about buying a car from a private seller.

If someone is the victim of identity theft, the experience can ruin them financially. Also, there are several different forms that ID theft can take.

As the average monthly payment amount is expected to continue to increase, the average loan term is also getting longer.