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What Credit Score Do I Need for a Car Lease?

In the first quarter of 2024, the average credit score for a new car lease was 751, accord...

By John Egan

Sep 25, 2024

Should I Refinance My Car?

You can refinance your car soon after driving your car off the lot. Learn when refinancing...

By Tim Maxwell

Aug 28, 2024

How to Get a Car Loan With Bad Credit

If your credit is in poor shape, it’s important to take your time to find the right car lo...

By Ben Luthi

Aug 2, 2024

How Bad Is It to Default on a Car Loan?

When you default on a car loan, the repercussions to your credit can be severe and long-la...

By Tim Maxwell

Jul 29, 2024

How to Refinance a Car Loan With Bad Credit

If you have bad credit and want to refinance your car loan, here’s what you need to know a...

By Ben Luthi

Jul 27, 2024

How Much Does It Cost to Lease a Car?

Car leases typically have lower monthly payments than a financed car, but it's essential t...

By Tim Maxwell

Jul 24, 2024

Can You Lease a Car With Bad Credit?

Securing a lease with poor credit can be challenging and expensive, but there are things y...

By Jennifer Brozic

Jul 19, 2024

What Is Buy Here, Pay Here Auto Financing?

Buy here, pay here financing is offered by some car dealers to those with bad or no credit...

By Emily Starbuck Gerson

Jul 18, 2024

How to Trade In a Car

Trading in your car is a straightforward process, but you may get a better deal by getting...

By Tim Maxwell

Jul 16, 2024

How Does Leasing a Car Work?

A car lease may allow you to get behind the wheel of a new car with less upfront money and...

By Tim Maxwell

Jun 18, 2024

How to Buy a Used Car

If you’re planning to buy a used car, these steps can help you ensure you find a good deal...

By Ben Luthi

May 28, 2024

What Is MSRP?

MSRP is the amount manufacturers suggest consumers should pay when purchasing a car. It is...

By Jennifer Brozic

May 24, 2024

Can You Return a Car You Just Bought?

You usually can't return a car you just bought unless it's a lemon, your financing falls t...

By Karen Axelton

May 14, 2024

Should I Pay Cash for a Car?

Deciding whether to finance or pay cash for a car depends on how it affects your finances ...

By Tim Maxwell

May 6, 2024

What Is a Guaranteed Car Loan?

A guaranteed car loan can be an option if you have bad or limited credit and can’t qualify...

By Ben Luthi

Mar 30, 2024

How to Refinance an Auto Loan in 5 Steps

Refinancing your car loan can help you save money through a lower interest rate. Here are ...

By Ben Luthi

Mar 7, 2024

What Is a Salvage Title Car?

If you’re thinking about buying a salvage title car, it’s important to understand the risk...

By Ben Luthi

Jan 10, 2024

Can You Lease a Used Car?

Leasing a used vehicle could net you lower monthly payments over buying used. However, you...

By Geoff Williams

Dec 30, 2023

4 Reasons to Get a Car Loan from a Credit Union

Getting a car loan from a not-for-profit credit union could save you money. Credit union c...

By Gayle Sato

Dec 12, 2023

Should You Buy a Car in 2024?

If you’re considering a new car in 2024, here’s what you need to know about the state of t...

By Ben Luthi

Dec 8, 2023

How to Get a Used Car Loan

You can get a used car loan by setting a budget; researching banks, credit unions, online ...

By Karen Axelton

Dec 8, 2023

Pros and Cons of a Cosigner on a Car Loan

If you have a limited credit history or poor credit, a cosigner on an auto loan may help y...

By Kim Porter

Dec 5, 2023

How to Defer a Car Payment

A deferment on your car loan could buy you breathing room if you can't cover a payment or ...

By Jim Akin

Nov 20, 2023

How Does Buying a Car Affect Your Credit?

Getting an auto loan can affect your credit positively or negatively depending on how you ...

By Tim Maxwell

Oct 26, 2023

Does Credit Card Debt Affect a Car Loan?

If you've got a lot of credit card debt, it's smart to pay down your balances before submi...

By John Egan

Oct 15, 2023

Do’s and Don’ts of Buying a Car

When you're buying a car, do be sure to shop around for the best loan rates and don't simp...

By John Egan

Oct 8, 2023

The Do’s and Don’ts of Leasing a Car

When leasing a car, do negotiate with the dealer—but don't slack on the details, like esti...

By Kim Porter

Oct 4, 2023

How Many Times Can You Refinance a Car Loan?

There’s no limit to how many times you can refinance a car loan, but there are some potent...

By Marianne Hayes

Sep 24, 2023

Pros and Cons of Finding Your Own Auto Loan

Finding your own auto loan may help you save significant money over time, but you must be ...

By Tim Maxwell

Aug 16, 2023

What to Do if You are Denied a Car Loan

You may think your efforts to get an auto loan are stalled, but several options can jumpst...

By Sarah Archambault

Aug 4, 2023

How to Use the Equity at the End of Your Car Lease

If your car's trade-in value is greater than what it costs to buy out your lease, you have...

By Gayle Sato

Jul 23, 2023

How Does Financing a Car Work?

You can finance a car by getting a loan from a bank or other lender to pay for the vehicle...

By Karen Axelton

Jul 13, 2023

What Auto Loan Rate Can You Qualify for Based on Your Credit Score?

Before you apply for an auto loan, get an idea of what your interest rate will look like. ...

By Ben Luthi

Jul 5, 2023

How to Trade In Your Car

If you’re thinking about trading in your car, here are some situations where it might make...

By Ben Luthi

Jun 29, 2023

What Is a Good Auto Loan Interest Rate?

A good interest rate on an auto loan depends on several factors. On average, borrowers wit...

By John Egan

Jun 23, 2023

Is Leasing a Car a Good Idea?

If you’re thinking about leasing a car to save money instead of buying, here are some thin...

By Ben Luthi

Jun 19, 2023

How to Get Out of an Auto Loan You Can’t Afford

If you’re having trouble with your car payments, here are some potential remedies to consi...

By Ben Luthi

Jun 19, 2023

Can I Buy a Car With No Money Down?

While you can buy a vehicle with no money down, you probably won't get the best loan terms...

By Karen Axelton

Jun 18, 2023

How to Lower Your Car Payment

Getting a low car payment might save you hundreds of dollars a month. Here are eight ways ...

By John Egan

Jun 10, 2023

What Is the Book Value of a Car?

If you’re thinking about selling your car or refinancing your auto loan, knowing the car’s...

By Ben Luthi

May 29, 2023

How to Save for a Car

Determining how much you can afford, setting a savings goal and factoring that goal into y...

By Taylor Medine

May 25, 2023

What to Know Before You Buy a Car as a Gift

If you’re thinking about buying a loved one a vehicle, here are some things to keep in min...

By Ben Luthi

May 18, 2023

Should You Get an 84-Month Auto Loan?

Considering an 84-month car loan? Be aware of the pros and cons before making your decisio...

By Krystian Sip

May 14, 2023

Is a Car Title Loan a Good Idea?

Found yourself in a tough spot and are considering a car title loan? Here's what you need ...

By Krystian Sip

Mar 5, 2023

How to Sell Your Car When You Still Have a Loan

You can sell a car if you still owe money on an auto loan, but determine whether you've go...

By Jim Akin

Feb 5, 2023

Should You Buy a Car at the End of the Year?

If you’re hoping to get a good deal on a new or used car with a year-end sales event, you ...

By Ben Luthi

Nov 14, 2022

How to Get the Best Auto Loan Rates

If you’re trying to qualify for the best auto loan rates, here are some clear steps to hel...

By Ben Luthi

Aug 31, 2022

How to Get Out of an Upside-Down Car Loan

If you’re upside down on your car loan, you may run into a problem if your vehicle gets to...

By Brianna McGurran

Aug 22, 2022

How Will a Voluntary Surrender Impact My Credit Score?

Voluntarily surrendering a car will negatively impact your credit score, but may be less o...

By Ben Luthi

Jun 28, 2022

D.C., Southern States See Highest Rate of Late Auto Payments

There were higher-than-average rates of delinquency among states in the South and along th...

By Brian Budzynski

Jun 24, 2022

6 Hidden Costs of Getting an Auto Loan

When financing a vehicle purchase, you may run into some additional costs that you weren’t...

By Ben Luthi

Jun 17, 2022

Fixed-Rate vs. Variable-Rate Car Loans: Which Is Better?

Both fixed-rate and variable-rate car loans have their benefits and drawbacks. Not sure wh...

By Tim Maxwell

Jun 3, 2022

Pros and Cons of Paying Off a Car Loan Early

Paying off a car loan early could save you money on interest, but continuing to pay in ins...

By LaToya Irby

May 19, 2022

How to Negotiate the Price of a Car

If you’re planning to buy a new or used car, negotiating could save you hundreds or even t...

By Ben Luthi

Apr 28, 2022

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What Credit Score Do I Need for a Car Lease?

Should I Refinance My Car?

How to Get a Car Loan With Bad Credit

How Bad Is It to Default on a Car Loan?

How to Refinance a Car Loan With Bad Credit

How Much Does It Cost to Lease a Car?

Can You Lease a Car With Bad Credit?

What Is Buy Here, Pay Here Auto Financing?

How to Trade In a Car

How Does Leasing a Car Work?

How to Buy a Used Car

What Is MSRP?

Can You Return a Car You Just Bought?

Should I Pay Cash for a Car?

What Is a Guaranteed Car Loan?

How to Refinance an Auto Loan in 5 Steps

What Is a Salvage Title Car?

Can You Lease a Used Car?

4 Reasons to Get a Car Loan from a Credit Union

Should You Buy a Car in 2024?

How to Get a Used Car Loan

Pros and Cons of a Cosigner on a Car Loan

How to Defer a Car Payment

How Does Buying a Car Affect Your Credit?

Does Credit Card Debt Affect a Car Loan?

Do’s and Don’ts of Buying a Car

The Do’s and Don’ts of Leasing a Car

How Many Times Can You Refinance a Car Loan?

Pros and Cons of Finding Your Own Auto Loan

What to Do if You are Denied a Car Loan

How to Use the Equity at the End of Your Car Lease

How Does Financing a Car Work?

What Auto Loan Rate Can You Qualify for Based on Your Credit Score?

How to Trade In Your Car

What Is a Good Auto Loan Interest Rate?

Is Leasing a Car a Good Idea?

How to Get Out of an Auto Loan You Can’t Afford

Can I Buy a Car With No Money Down?

How to Lower Your Car Payment

What Is the Book Value of a Car?

How to Save for a Car

What to Know Before You Buy a Car as a Gift

Should You Get an 84-Month Auto Loan?

Is a Car Title Loan a Good Idea?

How to Sell Your Car When You Still Have a Loan

Should You Buy a Car at the End of the Year?

How to Get the Best Auto Loan Rates

How to Get Out of an Upside-Down Car Loan

How Will a Voluntary Surrender Impact My Credit Score?

D.C., Southern States See Highest Rate of Late Auto Payments

6 Hidden Costs of Getting an Auto Loan

Fixed-Rate vs. Variable-Rate Car Loans: Which Is Better?

Pros and Cons of Paying Off a Car Loan Early

How to Negotiate the Price of a Car