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How to Avoid Used Car Scams
When buying a car, it’s important to recognize that there may be scams out there and to know what the different types are. The best…
By Megan Foukes - April 06, 2018Are There Vehicle Requirements for Bad Credit Car Buyers?
Bad credit borrowers will find there are certain guidelines that determine the car they’ll be eligible to purchase, as vehicle choice depends on dealer inventory…
By Meghan Carbary - April 05, 2018Why Bad Credit Car Buyers Shouldn’t Buy From a Private Seller
An auto loan is a great tool for improving credit. But, people with bad credit often pass on the option of getting a loan, thinking…
By Meghan Carbary - March 20, 2018Understanding Co-borrowers vs. Cosigners
The terms “co-borrower” and “cosigner” don’t mean the same thing. While both can help a borrower qualify for an auto loan, their roles differ during…
By Megan Foukes - March 13, 2018Do You Have To Be 18 to Get a Car Loan?
Simply put, yes, you must be 18 to get a car loan. In the US, no minor can enter into a legally-binding contract without parental…
By Meghan Carbary - March 02, 2018How Can Young Adults Build Credit?
As a young adult, it can be hard to know where to begin building credit to get set up for later in life. Whether you’re…
By Meghan Carbary - March 02, 2018Why Would I Need a Cosigner to Get a Car Loan?
When a lender won't offer a borrower a car loan unless they get a cosigner, it typically means they don't have the credit or the…
By David Topham, Contributing Writer - February 28, 2018Can I Use My Trade-in on a Bad Credit Car Loan?
All lenders – even subprime lenders who work with consumers with bad credit – accept trade-ins as a down payment on a car loan. However,…
By David Topham, Contributing Writer - February 27, 2018Don’t Be Drawn into a Vehicle Straw Purchase
In auto financing, it's a straw purchase when the borrower isn’t the primary driver of the car. These can begin in several ways, but no…
By Meghan Carbary - February 08, 2018What Does a Lender Need From Me?
An applicant should be able to prove their ability, stability, and willingness to pay a loan once they’ve entered the realm of bad credit car…
By Meghan Carbary - February 02, 2018
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