If you’re in the market for a used car, you may be wondering whether it's best to buy from a dealer or a private seller. There are advantages and disadvantages to both, so it’s up to you to do some research and decide what's best.

Generally, the rule of thumb is to keep your auto loan term as short as possible, but some car buyers may not be able to afford the resulting high monthly payments.

If you’ve been looking for a luxury car, Lexus has been producing top-rated models for almost 30 years. Even if a new one is out of your price range, Lexus has some great used vehicles that can give you the luxury you want at a price that's more affordable.

Fall is a great time to start planning your holiday budget. You'll be much less likely to overspend this year if you think and plan ahead.

On Wednesday, April 27, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles hosted a Drive Away event to kick off the arrival of the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica in dealerships. More than 200 of the all-new highly anticipated minivans were driven off by Michigan-area car dealers in what was the largest Drive Away event ever hosted by FCA.

Borrowers, especially those with past credit issues on tight budgets, should never confuse price with cost. Price is what you pay for a vehicle while cost includes the overall expenses including gas, insurance, maintenance and depreciation.

Memorial Day weekend is one of the best times a consumer can get a great deal on a new car. Check out some of the top Memorial Day deals and military discounts being offered in 2016.

When given the choice of financing a new car, we suggest that buyers with credit issues choose an affordable compact or subcompact – vehicles that are also fuel efficient and inexpensive to insure. Opting for the shortest loan term possible, once they've reestablished their credit these consumers will be in a much better position for their next loan.

Consumers with checkered credit are far more likely to get stuck financing a vehicle with hidden damage than other buyers. By following all the above steps they can prevent this from happening.

For high school graduates moving on to become college students, the end of the summer means it's time to move on to the next phase of their lives.