If you have bad credit, having a down payment is typically a must-have. But just how small of a down payment can you get away with?

No one wants to shell out a bunch of money upfront to get a car they need. But you should want to. Here are 10 reasons why you want to consider making a down payment on your next vehicle.

If you have at least $1,000 for your next auto loan, it may be enough to be eligible for vehicle financing if you have poor credit. However, whether or not it's a large enough down payment can also depend on the selling price of the vehicle.

Down payments have benefits for you and the auto lender. Here's why down payments are often required, and why they're common among bad credit borrowers.

A delayed down payment can help borrowers in a pinch – but it may cause more issues later. Here's what you need to know about delayed, or deferred, down payment auto loans.

Cash isn't the only thing you can use to meet a down payment requirement for a car loan.

Down payments are a great way to start off your auto loan and have many benefits that can really impact vehicle financing. Here's how.

In the next few months, many people could be getting their hands on extra cash, thanks to tax returns and a third federal stimulus check. If you're in need of a vehicle, this bonus cash could help you meet a down payment requirement and qualify for auto financing.

There are plenty of reasons you could make an auto loan down payment, but should you? Here are four reasons you might have for not wanting to make a down payment on your next car loan, and what could happen if you skip it.

A zero-down auto loan is certainly tempting, but not everyone can qualify. Down payments also offer many benefits to you and the lender, so skipping the down payment may be a bad idea depending on your situation.