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How Much Does a Car Loan Cost Each Month?

A car loan’s monthly payment is determined by your loan amount, repayment term and interes...

By Ben Luthi

May 5, 2025

How Long Can You Finance a Used Car?

While there’s no maximum loan term for used cars, 36 to 72 months are common choices for c...

By Ben Luthi

May 1, 2025

Car Loans for Fair Credit: Rates and Trends for 2025

You can qualify for a car loan with fair credit, but your options may be more limited and ...

By Ben Luthi

Apr 24, 2025

Auto Loan Rates and Financing for 2025

The average car loan interest rate is 6.73% for new cars and 11.87% for used cars, accordi...

By Ben Luthi

Apr 23, 2025

Can You Borrow Money Against Your House for a Car Loan?

You can borrow money against your house for a car loan, but it’s generally not recommended...

By Karen Axelton

Apr 22, 2025

Used Car Loans and Financing for 2025

The average interest rate for a used car loan is 11.62%, and the average monthly payment i...

By Ben Luthi

Apr 21, 2025

Do I Need a License to Buy a Car?

You don't need a driver's license to buy a car, but not having a license can make it harde...

By Karen Axelton

Apr 17, 2025

Bad Credit Car Loan Trends: Buying a Used Car Is Common

You can qualify for a car loan with bad credit, but expect the terms to be less favorable ...

By Ben Luthi

Apr 16, 2025

What Is a Rebate on a Car?

A car rebate is a cash incentive dealers offer for buying a new car. The rebate can go tow...

By Karen Axelton

Apr 15, 2025

How Much Money Should You Save Up to Buy a Car?

There’s no magic number when it comes to how much to save up to buy a car. The amount you ...

By Karen Axelton

Apr 11, 2025

What Is Voluntary Repossession?

Voluntary repossession is when a borrower returns their car to the lender before their aut...

By Marianne Hayes

Apr 7, 2025

How to Trade In a Car With an Upside-Down Loan

Being upside down on a car loan makes trading it in more challenging because you have to a...

By LaToya Irby

Apr 3, 2025

Should You Apply for a Car Loan Before Going to the Dealership?

Buying a car often involves negotiating two transactions: the car purchase price and the c...

By Kim Porter

Apr 3, 2025

Whose Credit Score Is Used on a Joint Auto Loan?

If you apply for a joint auto loan, the lender will likely request credit scores for you a...

By Jim Akin

Apr 3, 2025

Should You Use a Balance Transfer to Pay Off an Auto Loan?

Transferring a car loan to a balance transfer credit card could be worth considering if yo...

By Ben Luthi

Apr 3, 2025

How Much Income Do You Need to Buy a Car?

As you’re considering a car purchase, you may question how much income you need to make it...

By John Egan

Apr 2, 2025

How to Transfer a Car Title

Transferring a car title is a critical part of the car sales process because it legally es...

By Tim Maxwell

Apr 1, 2025

Can Somebody Take Over My Car Loan?

Have you recently lost your job or realized the car you bought isn’t as affordable as you ...

By Jennifer Brozic

Apr 1, 2025

What Is a Charge-Off on a Car Loan?

A lender might charge off an auto loan if they determine that the borrower is unable to pa...

By Marianne Hayes

Mar 31, 2025

Is a Car Loan Secured or Unsecured?

Car loans are secured, meaning that the car being financed is used as collateral. That red...

By Marianne Hayes

Mar 28, 2025

How Car Loans for Teens Work

Your teenager just got their license, and now they’ve got their eye on a new set of wheels...

By Tim Maxwell

Mar 28, 2025

Can You Get Car Loans Forgiven?

Experiencing a disruption to your income or unexpected emergency can lead to financial har...

By Jennifer Brozic

Mar 28, 2025

Can a Cosigner Be Removed From a Car Loan?

If you needed a cosigner to help you get a car loan, you may eventually be able to take ov...

By LaToya Irby

Mar 28, 2025

What Does Maturity Date Mean on a Car Loan?

A car loan's maturity date is the day the balance is scheduled to be paid in full. If it i...

By Jennifer Brozic

Mar 28, 2025

Can I Keep My Auto Loan and Change the Car?

You bought a car a few years ago, and now you’ve got your eye on a new one. But if you’re ...

By Tim Maxwell

Mar 28, 2025

What Is a Car Registration Fee?

The costs associated with buying a car can seem never-ending. Just when you think you’re d...

By Gayle Sato

Mar 27, 2025

What Is a Finance Charge on a Car Loan?

When you take out an auto loan, you’re not only paying the sticker price for the car. Your...

By Kim Porter

Mar 27, 2025

What Is a Rebuilt Title?

If you’re in the market for a used car, you may come across one with a rebuilt title. Its ...

By Tim Maxwell

Mar 24, 2025

What Happens to My Car Loan if Interest Rates Drop?

Auto loan rates have been on the rise for the past few years, sticking car buyers with hig...

By Kim Porter

Mar 24, 2025

How Does Car Loan Forbearance Affect Credit?

Payment deferment, the most common form of car loan forbearance, typically does not affect...

By Jim Akin

Mar 21, 2025

What Does Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) Mean?

A certified pre-owned (CPO) vehicle is a used car that’s been inspected and refurbished to...

By Gayle Sato

Mar 20, 2025

Can You Refinance a Car Loan if You Have SSI?

Refinancing a car loan can be a good way to save on interest costs, lower your monthly pay...

By Kim Porter

Mar 20, 2025

Can I Get a Car Loan After Bankruptcy?

You may be able to get a car loan after bankruptcy, but you might have to rely on lenders ...

Mar 20, 2025

How to Get a Car Loan Without Credit History

It’s possible to get approved for an auto loan without a credit history, though it can be ...

By Ben Luthi

Mar 17, 2025

How to Return a Car You Can’t Afford

A new car loan is a big commitment that life’s curveballs can sometimes disrupt. If major ...

By John Egan

Mar 14, 2025

What You Should Know About 0% Auto Loan Deals

If you’re in the market for a new car, an auto loan with a 0% annual percentage rate (APR)...

By Ben Luthi

Mar 14, 2025

How to Lower Your Car Payment Without Refinancing

Auto loan refinancing can potentially help you secure a lower interest rate and monthly pa...

By Ben Luthi

Mar 13, 2025

Can You Lease a Used Car?

Yes, you can lease a used car. Like a new car lease, a used car lease can get you a lower ...

By Gayle Sato

Mar 13, 2025

Does a Car Loan Help Build Credit?

While getting a car loan in and of itself won’t necessarily impact your credit scores much...

By Jim Akin

Mar 11, 2025

What to Know About Auto Loan Debt Consolidation

Auto loan debt consolidation involves combining your loan payment with other debts and pos...

By Ben Luthi

Mar 5, 2025

Can I Finance a High-Mileage Car?

It’s possible to finance a high-mileage car using an extended-mileage car loan. You may ha...

By Brianna McGurran

Mar 4, 2025

How to Get Preapproved for a Car Loan

If you’re thinking about getting a car loan, getting preapproved with a few lenders can he...

By Ben Luthi

Feb 26, 2025

Do Lenders Check Income for an Auto Loan?

Lenders do consider income when evaluating auto loan applications. They also look at your ...

By Brianna McGurran

Feb 21, 2025

How to Calculate Auto Loan Interest

You can calculate auto loan interest by using an online calculator or doing the math on yo...

By Ben Luthi

Feb 19, 2025

When Will Auto Loan Rates Go Down?

Auto loan interest rates have increased in recent years due to rate hikes by the Federal R...

By Ben Luthi

Feb 19, 2025

Can You Make a Car Payment With a Credit Card?

You typically can't pay your auto loan with a credit card, but even if you can, fees from ...

By Karen Axelton

Feb 19, 2025

Does Applying Jointly Help With Auto Loans?

A joint auto loan application might help you buy a new vehicle, but you'll both become co-...

By Louis DeNicola

Feb 19, 2025

How Does an Auto Loan Hardship Program Work?

Lenders' auto loan hardship programs may let you defer payments, change your due date, mak...

By Karen Axelton

Feb 19, 2025

How to Find the Interest Rate on Your Car Loan

Not sure what interest rate you’re paying on your car loan? Learn how to find it, calculat...

By Tim Maxwell

Feb 19, 2025

What Is the Total Cost of Owning a Car?

If you’re planning to buy a car soon, here’s what to know about the total cost of owning a...

By Ben Luthi

Feb 19, 2025

Auto Loan-to-Value Ratio Explained

If you’re planning to take out an auto loan, here’s what you need to know about the LTV ra...

By Ben Luthi

Feb 17, 2025

Do You Need Good Credit to Finance a Motorcycle?

Borrowers with good credit are more likely to qualify for better rates and terms, but ther...

By Jennifer Brozic

Feb 14, 2025

Can I Have Two Car Loans?

You can have two car loans. As long as a lender has approved you for them, there is no lim...

By Brianna McGurran

Feb 8, 2025

How Long Does a Paid Auto Loan Remain on My Credit Report?

Paid auto loans will generally stay on your credit report for up to 10 years and continue ...

By Louis DeNicola

Feb 5, 2025

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How Much Does a Car Loan Cost Each Month?

How Long Can You Finance a Used Car?

Car Loans for Fair Credit: Rates and Trends for 2025

Auto Loan Rates and Financing for 2025

Can You Borrow Money Against Your House for a Car Loan?

Used Car Loans and Financing for 2025

Do I Need a License to Buy a Car?

Bad Credit Car Loan Trends: Buying a Used Car Is Common

What Is a Rebate on a Car?

How Much Money Should You Save Up to Buy a Car?

What Is Voluntary Repossession?

How to Trade In a Car With an Upside-Down Loan

Should You Apply for a Car Loan Before Going to the Dealership?

Whose Credit Score Is Used on a Joint Auto Loan?

Should You Use a Balance Transfer to Pay Off an Auto Loan?

How Much Income Do You Need to Buy a Car?

How to Transfer a Car Title

Can Somebody Take Over My Car Loan?

What Is a Charge-Off on a Car Loan?

Is a Car Loan Secured or Unsecured?

How Car Loans for Teens Work

Can You Get Car Loans Forgiven?

Can a Cosigner Be Removed From a Car Loan?

What Does Maturity Date Mean on a Car Loan?

Can I Keep My Auto Loan and Change the Car?

What Is a Car Registration Fee?

What Is a Finance Charge on a Car Loan?

What Is a Rebuilt Title?

What Happens to My Car Loan if Interest Rates Drop?

How Does Car Loan Forbearance Affect Credit?

What Does Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) Mean?

Can You Refinance a Car Loan if You Have SSI?

Can I Get a Car Loan After Bankruptcy?

How to Get a Car Loan Without Credit History

How to Return a Car You Can’t Afford

What You Should Know About 0% Auto Loan Deals

How to Lower Your Car Payment Without Refinancing

Can You Lease a Used Car?

Does a Car Loan Help Build Credit?

What to Know About Auto Loan Debt Consolidation

Can I Finance a High-Mileage Car?

How to Get Preapproved for a Car Loan

Do Lenders Check Income for an Auto Loan?

How to Calculate Auto Loan Interest

When Will Auto Loan Rates Go Down?

Can You Make a Car Payment With a Credit Card?

Does Applying Jointly Help With Auto Loans?

How Does an Auto Loan Hardship Program Work?

How to Find the Interest Rate on Your Car Loan

What Is the Total Cost of Owning a Car?

Auto Loan-to-Value Ratio Explained

Do You Need Good Credit to Finance a Motorcycle?

Can I Have Two Car Loans?

How Long Does a Paid Auto Loan Remain on My Credit Report?