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How to Trade In a Financed Car: Here’s What You Should Know

If you’re thinking about trading in a financed car, here’s what you need to know about how...

By Ben Luthi

Feb 4, 2025

Can You Get a Car Loan With No Credit?

Here’s what you should know about how your credit comes into play when applying for a car ...

By Ben Luthi

Jan 31, 2025

14 Car Loan Key Terms You Should Know

Understanding auto loan terms including interest rate, annual percentage rate (APR), loan ...

By Karen Axelton

Jan 30, 2025

What Is the Lowest Credit Score to Buy a Car?

Find out the minimum credit score you need to get a car loan and how to improve your credi...

By Louis DeNicola

Jan 29, 2025

What Is a Private Party Auto Loan?

If you’re thinking about buying a car in a private sale, here’s how the loan process typic...

By Ben Luthi

Jan 28, 2025

What to Do Once You Pay Off Your Car

Now that you paid off your car loan, get a new car title, check your credit, adjust your i...

By Gayle Sato

Jan 27, 2025

7 Ways to Pay Less Interest on a Car Loan

Lower interest rates can shrink your monthly payment and total costs. Discover how to redu...

By Tim Maxwell

Jan 24, 2025

Total Loss Settlement Process: How Long Does It Take to Get a Check?

After your car is totaled, you need compensation right away. Here’s how long it takes to g...

By Tim Maxwell

Jan 11, 2025

Should You Buy a Car in 2025?

If you’re considering a new car in 2025, here’s what you need to know about the state of t...

By Ben Luthi

Dec 21, 2024

What Credit Score Do I Need to Get a Car Loan?

There's no minimum credit score for auto loans, but lower scores can make qualifying for a...

By Louis DeNicola

Dec 20, 2024

What You Should Know About Short-Term Car Leases

Short-term auto leases under 24 months can solve your temporary transportation needs, but ...

By Karen Axelton

Dec 14, 2024

How Soon Can You Refinance a Car Loan After Purchase?

It's sometimes possible to refinance an auto loan within the first three months, but it's ...

By Karen Axelton

Dec 13, 2024

The Best Way to Finance a Car

Whether you should finance a new car through a bank or an auto dealership depends on where...

By Karen Axelton

Dec 12, 2024

Should You Use a Personal Loan or Auto Loan to Finance a Car?

It's usually better to finance a car with an auto loan than a personal loan, because auto ...

By Karen Axelton

Dec 11, 2024

Short-Term vs. Long-Term Car Loans

Car loans run from 12 months to 96 months. Both short-term and long-term car loans provide...

By Tim Maxwell

Dec 9, 2024

What Happens to a Car Loan When Someone Dies?

When someone passes away, their car loan doesn't automatically go away. Learn what happens...

By Tim Maxwell

Dec 7, 2024

How to Get a Car Loan With No Down Payment

If you’re planning to buy a car but have no money for a down payment, here are some potent...

By Ben Luthi

Dec 6, 2024

How to Buy a Car With a Lien

If you’re buying a used car in a private-party transaction, here’s how to tell if there’s ...

By Ben Luthi

Dec 6, 2024

Used Car vs. New Car: Which Should You Buy?

Whether to buy a new car or a used car depends on your budget, vehicle preferences and nee...

By Karen Axelton

Dec 5, 2024

Should I Buy a Car With a Salvage Title?

A car with a salvage title may cost less than a comparable car with a clean title. But buy...

By Tim Maxwell

Nov 29, 2024

Buying a Car out of State: A Complete Guide

Buying a car out of state may take more time and research, but it can help you find a bett...

By Ben Luthi

Nov 29, 2024

Do Credit Unions Offer Better Rates on Car Loans?

Credit unions can make great auto loan lenders. You can expect lower interest rates and ea...

By Marianne Hayes

Nov 28, 2024

How to Get Out of a Car Lease

You can get out of a car lease early by terminating the lease, trading in the car for a ne...

By Karen Axelton

Nov 28, 2024

What Car Should I Buy?

If you’re planning to buy a car soon, it’s important to consider several factors when choo...

By Ben Luthi

Nov 21, 2024

What Is an Auto Lease Buyout Loan?

If you want to buy your leased vehicle when the lease term is over, an auto lease buyout l...

By Karen Axelton

Nov 17, 2024

Leasing Is the Most Popular Way to Pay for an EV

Leasing a new EV saves $88 per month on average over taking out a loan, and you may still ...

By Gayle Sato

Nov 15, 2024

Most Popular Electric Vehicles of 2024

EV models from Tesla, Ford, Hyundai, Toyota and Rivian (among others) round out the top 10...

By Gayle Sato

Nov 13, 2024

The Most Popular Cars to Lease in 2024

The Honda CR-V is America's most popular leased car for Q2 2024, and Hondas are the most c...

By Karen Axelton

Nov 4, 2024

Bad Credit Car Loan Rates for November 2024

Find out what interest rate you can expect to get on an auto loan if you have a bad credit...

By Louis DeNicola

Nov 2, 2024

How to Buy a New Car in 10 Steps

If you’re planning to buy a car, here are some steps to help you manage the process from s...

By Ben Luthi

Oct 31, 2024

What Is the Best Way to Pay for a Car?

If you’re planning to buy a car soon, here’s what you need to know about your options for ...

By Ben Luthi

Oct 30, 2024

How to Get a Car Loan

Follow these six steps to compare auto loan offers and purchase a new car.

By Louis DeNicola

Oct 29, 2024

Subprime Auto Loan: Guide & Rates

You may need a subprime auto loan if you have a low credit score and want to buy a new or ...

By Louis DeNicola

Oct 29, 2024

Should I Lease or Buy an EV?

Leasing a new EV can save you money on financing, but buying your vehicle gets you a long-...

By Gayle Sato

Oct 28, 2024

Average Car Payment in 2025

Average monthly car payments have been creeping up for years, but there are ways to reduce...

By Jennifer Brozic

Oct 28, 2024

What is an Auto Repair Loan?

An auto repair loan can help you get your vehicle back on the road, but be sure to conside...

By LaToya Irby

Oct 27, 2024

How to Qualify for a 0% APR Car Loan

A car loan with a 0% APR will help you avoid interest charges, but there may be other cost...

By Jennifer Brozic

Oct 25, 2024

How to Sell a Car With a Loan

It's possible to sell a car with a loan, but you'll need to pay if off to complete the sal...

By Tim Maxwell

Oct 24, 2024

How to Transfer Car Loan to Another Person

Transferring a car loan to a family member often requires that person to submit an applica...

By John Egan

Oct 23, 2024

Should You Get an Online Auto Loan?

Online auto loans come with competitive rates, fast prequalification and other perks. Stil...

By Tim Maxwell

Oct 21, 2024

When Is the Best Time to Buy a Car?

If you’re planning to buy a car, here are some of the best times to do so if you want a gr...

By Ben Luthi

Oct 17, 2024

What Is a High Interest Rate for a Car Loan?

Shopping for a car loan? Terms can vary, but generally, a rate that's far above the nation...

By Kim Porter

Oct 16, 2024

How Can I Pay Off My Car Loan Faster?

You can pay off your car loan faster by making more or bigger monthly payments, refinancin...

By Brianna McGurran

Oct 14, 2024

Can You Refinance a Car Loan With the Same Lender?

Although refinancing a car loan with the same lender can offer several advantages, be sure...

By John Egan

Oct 11, 2024

When Does It Make Sense to Refinance a Car Loan?

If you’re thinking about refinancing your car loan, here are some situations where it make...

By Ben Luthi

Oct 6, 2024

What Is an Auto Loan?

An auto loan can provide you with the financing required to purchase a vehicle. Here’s wha...

By Ben Luthi

Oct 4, 2024

Is It Better to Lease or Buy a Car?

If you’re trying to decide between buying and leasing your next vehicle, here’s what to kn...

By Ben Luthi

Oct 4, 2024

Car-Buying Apps: How to Choose the Best One

If you’re thinking about buying a car soon, there are several car-buying apps that can hel...

By Ben Luthi

Oct 4, 2024

What’s the Average Length of a Car Loan?

As of Q2 2024, average car loan terms are close to six years, but many loans are longer. L...

By Karen Axelton

Oct 3, 2024

How to Get Your Credit Ready to Buy a Car

The higher your credit score, the more likely you are to be approved for an auto loan with...

By John Egan

Sep 30, 2024

How to Get the Best Car Loan

Before you buy a car, it’s important to research and compare several loan options. Here’s ...

By Ben Luthi

Sep 30, 2024

Car-Buying Services: What You Need to Know

Types of car-buying services include online car retailers, car concierges, car brokers and...

By John Egan

Sep 28, 2024

Buying a Car Online vs. In Person

If you’re planning to buy a car, here are some of the potential benefits and drawbacks of ...

By Ben Luthi

Sep 28, 2024

What to Do if You Can’t Afford Your Car Payment

If you’re unable to make car payments, here are seven steps you can take to get relief fro...

By Ben Luthi

Sep 27, 2024

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How to Trade In a Financed Car: Here’s What You Should Know

Can You Get a Car Loan With No Credit?

14 Car Loan Key Terms You Should Know

What Is the Lowest Credit Score to Buy a Car?

What Is a Private Party Auto Loan?

What to Do Once You Pay Off Your Car

7 Ways to Pay Less Interest on a Car Loan

Total Loss Settlement Process: How Long Does It Take to Get a Check?

Should You Buy a Car in 2025?

What Credit Score Do I Need to Get a Car Loan?

What You Should Know About Short-Term Car Leases

How Soon Can You Refinance a Car Loan After Purchase?

The Best Way to Finance a Car

Should You Use a Personal Loan or Auto Loan to Finance a Car?

Short-Term vs. Long-Term Car Loans

What Happens to a Car Loan When Someone Dies?

How to Get a Car Loan With No Down Payment

How to Buy a Car With a Lien

Used Car vs. New Car: Which Should You Buy?

Should I Buy a Car With a Salvage Title?

Buying a Car out of State: A Complete Guide

Do Credit Unions Offer Better Rates on Car Loans?

How to Get Out of a Car Lease

What Car Should I Buy?

What Is an Auto Lease Buyout Loan?

Leasing Is the Most Popular Way to Pay for an EV

Most Popular Electric Vehicles of 2024

The Most Popular Cars to Lease in 2024

Bad Credit Car Loan Rates for November 2024

How to Buy a New Car in 10 Steps

What Is the Best Way to Pay for a Car?

How to Get a Car Loan

Subprime Auto Loan: Guide & Rates

Should I Lease or Buy an EV?

Average Car Payment in 2025

What is an Auto Repair Loan?

How to Qualify for a 0% APR Car Loan

How to Sell a Car With a Loan

How to Transfer Car Loan to Another Person

Should You Get an Online Auto Loan?

When Is the Best Time to Buy a Car?

What Is a High Interest Rate for a Car Loan?

How Can I Pay Off My Car Loan Faster?

Can You Refinance a Car Loan With the Same Lender?

When Does It Make Sense to Refinance a Car Loan?

What Is an Auto Loan?

Is It Better to Lease or Buy a Car?

Car-Buying Apps: How to Choose the Best One

What’s the Average Length of a Car Loan?

How to Get Your Credit Ready to Buy a Car

How to Get the Best Car Loan

Car-Buying Services: What You Need to Know

Buying a Car Online vs. In Person

What to Do if You Can’t Afford Your Car Payment