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Getting the lowest auto loan rate you qualify for can take some work – both before you hit the dealership, and after. To get the lowest possible auto loan rate for your situation, you need to have a combination of factors working in your favor...

Deciding it's time to finally finance a car can be a big step. Before you get overwhelmed by the big picture, we're here to walk you through the process of getting your first car loan step by step...

Your loan term is the amount of time you have to repay an auto loan to make the vehicle yours. Loan terms can be wide-ranging and you can't just pick one at random. Loan terms determine more than how long you have a loan, they impact how much you pay for the car, too...

Bad credit can affect your auto loan in many different ways, fortunately, no matter the way it impacts you, there may be a workaround you can employ to get the financing you need. Here are four ways bad credit can affect your next car loan, and some workarounds that could help...

When you're in the middle of bankruptcy and suddenly find yourself needing a car, all hope isn't lost! It's possible to get an auto loan during bankruptcy – both Chapter 13 and Chapter 7 – though one is easier than the other. Let's take a look...

Push, pull and drag events tend to pop up when dealership stock is running low. If you need to trade in a vehicle that's seen better days, now might be a good time. Most dealerships don't often accept non-running trades, so if you see advertising for a push, pull, drag event, act fast if you have a clunker you want cash for...

Paying cash for a car may get you something quick, but a quick fix doesn't always last. As a bad credit borrower, it may seem more possible to buy a car outright than to finance one, but it may not be the right fit for every situation...

Our readers often ask us how badly their credit is going to be affected when they use our service. We aren't a lender, so we never pull your credit – but that doesn't mean your credit won't be checked. Let's take a look at how the process works, and how much or if it affects your credit...

When you have bad credit you may think a cheap car is your only option. Try focusing on affordable rather than cheap – you still need a decent vehicle in terms of quality – just one that's a little more budget-friendly. Here's how to get a decent, cheap car...

If you think you need a bad credit car loan, you might be right. But how do you know for sure? We have a few telltale signs that a subprime lender may be the way to go for an auto loan this time around...