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Can You Use a 401(k) Loan for a Down Payment on a Car?
The simple answer is yes, you can use a 401(k) loan as a down payment for your next vehicle. Whether or not you should take…
By Megan Foukes - February 7, 20195 Used Car Buying Tips to Consider
If you’re thinking about buying a used car, you should be aware of what you need to look out for and how to shop for…
By Megan Foukes - February 6, 2019Documents You Need to Bring to the Dealership
When it’s time to buy a vehicle, you’re going to need to bring in documentation to complete the car buying process at a dealership. If…
By Megan Foukes - January 28, 2019Buying a Car with a Bankruptcy on Your Credit Reports
Filing for bankruptcy, and going through the bankruptcy process, isn’t easy. A bankruptcy can stay up to 10 years on your credit reports starting from…
By Megan Foukes - January 24, 2019Can You Roll Over Negative Equity?
Also called being underwater on your trade-in, owing more than your car is worth can make the car buying process tough if you’re looking to…
By Megan Foukes - January 16, 20197 Steps to Getting a Post-Bankruptcy Auto Loan
If you recently completed a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, there are some steps you need to take toward getting a car loan. It…
By Megan Foukes - January 10, 2019Should I Consider Buying a Fleet Vehicle?
Fleet vehicles aren’t like generic used cars – these vehicles were used as rentals or for commercial or business purposes, probably have high miles, and…
By Megan Foukes - January 10, 20197 Tips to Help You Get Approved for an Auto Loan
The definition of good credit and bad credit constantly changes. According to Experian, the current credit scores that qualify someone for a prime rate auto…
By Meghan Carbary - January 2, 2019Think You Can Save Money By Going Carless? Think Again
Ridesharing services such as Uber or Lyft have become a popular alternative mode of transportation across the US. While it may seem like you’re saving…
By Megan Foukes - December 26, 2018Use Your Spouse’s Income to Qualify for a Car Loan
You can combine (comingle) incomes for a car loan with your husband or wife. When you comingle funds with a co-borrower, it not only makes…
By Megan Foukes - December 26, 2018
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