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10 Deal Breakers When Buying a Used Car
There are many things to be on the lookout for when you’re inspecting your potential next vehicle. If you run into any of these deal…
By Bethany Hickey, Contributing Writer - September 24, 2020What Determines if I Get Approved for a Car Loan?
While your credit score is important when you apply for a car loan, there are many other important things that lenders look at before you…
By Bethany Hickey, Contributing Writer - September 17, 2020Do Dealerships Verify Employment History?
When you apply for a car loan, the lender you’re financing through, not the dealership, is the one that verifies your employment history. The lender…
By Bethany Hickey, Contributing Writer - September 7, 2020Top 10 Ways to Save for a Down Payment on a Car
No matter what your credit score is, saving for a down payment is a great idea. Not only does it lower your monthly car payment,…
By Bethany Hickey, Contributing Writer - August 19, 2020Taking On New Credit and Your Credit Score
When you apply for new credit, it can impact your credit score, but it's usually minimal. We’ve got tips on applying for new credit, and…
By Bethany Hickey, Contributing Writer - August 17, 2020Guide to Buying a Used Car
When you need to buy your next vehicle, you might be wondering where to start. Here at CarsDirect, our guide to buying a used car…
By Meghan Carbary - August 12, 2020When Do I Tell the Dealer I Have a Trade-In?
A dealer is usually a regular guy, but they’re also looking to make some money – it’s their job, after all! That being said, we’ve…
By Bethany Hickey, Contributing Writer - August 11, 2020How Coronavirus Could Impact Your Future Auto Loans
Of all the ways the world has been affected by the global COVID-19 pandemic, one thing that you may not be prepared for is how…
By Meghan Carbary - August 5, 2020Should You Buy a New or Used Car (or the Middle Child)?
One of the biggest decisions to make while you’re car shopping is whether or not to buy a new or used vehicle. There’s also the…
By Bethany Hickey, Contributing Writer - July 23, 2020How Much Should You Spend on a Car?
There are some general car spending rules that can help give you some guidance if you want to avoid overextending yourself, and set your auto…
By Bethany Hickey, Contributing Writer - July 22, 2020
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