Having bad credit can be a strain on your finances, but poor credit can impact your life in several other ways as well.
Continue ReadingHaving bad credit can be a strain on your finances, but poor credit can impact your life in several other ways as well.
Continue ReadingOne option to explore if you can no longer afford your car payment, or want to free up money in your budget, is trading in your car for a vehicle with a lower monthly payment.
Continue ReadingWhen you're ready to buy your next car, should you sell your old car privately or trade it in? There are benefits to both options, so it really comes down to what's most important to you.
Continue ReadingMaking a down payment on a car loan works to your advantage. Good thing, then, that Edmunds is reporting that down payments continue to rise for both new and used car purchases.
Continue ReadingA recent survey from FactorTrust found that U.S. adults don't understand what does and does not get included on their credit reports and factored into their credit scores.
Continue ReadingDistracted driving comes in many forms, and that long list now includes catching Pokemon. The new Pokemon Go smartphone app has taken the world by storm, but you shouldn't play it behind the wheel. Distracted driving represents too great a danger.
Continue ReadingThe average loan amount and loan term for both new and used cars continue to rise, but consumers are getting at least one thing right. The latest data from Edmunds shows that the average down payment on a new car loan in May almost broke the record.
Continue ReadingOne of the top tips for getting the most of your trade-in is making sure the car is squeaky clean. Your car’s condition is a big factor in what dealers are willing to give you, so keeping it clean can make a difference.
Continue ReadingYour interest rate on an auto loan plays a big role in determining how much you end up paying. Therefore, understanding how yours is determined and how auto loan interest rates work in general is important.
Continue ReadingThe latest report from TransUnion revealed that subprime loan originations have dropped big time compared to a year earlier. So, what does this mean if you are a borrower with bad credit who needs a car?
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