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Can I Fake Proof of Income for an Auto Loan?
Faking proof of income to get an auto loan is illegal. This is considered fraud, and if you decide to use an online paystub generator,…
By Megan Foukes - December 14, 2018What's a Payment to Income Ratio?
A payment to income ratio – or PTI – is a calculation used by lenders to help determine your eligibility to finance a vehicle, either…
By Meghan Carbary - December 12, 2018Why Down Payments are Good for Car Buyers
Putting money down isn’t always required, but making a down payment of any size can only help, not hurt, an auto loan. In fact, if…
By Megan Foukes - December 12, 2018How Making a Down Payment Can Save You Money on Your Next Car Loan
Some car buyers may be hesitant about making a down payment on an auto loan. However, making a down payment can help save you money,…
By Megan Foukes - December 4, 2018How to Get a Car Loan at 18
You can purchase a car when you’re 16 or 17, but you have to be 18 in order to apply for an auto loan and…
By Megan Foukes - November 30, 20183 Tips to Getting a Used Car with a Low Monthly Payment
When buying a car, people often make the mistake of focusing too much on one aspect of the sale, rather than the big picture. This…
By Meghan Carbary - November 30, 2018Your Checklist for Buying a New Car
Buying a new car is a big commitment. A lot of careful research and planning should go into your decision before you jump into buying,…
By Meghan Carbary - November 20, 2018Using a Loan for Your Down Payment: What Car Buyers Need to Know
There are options when you need a down payment for a car, but a personal loan isn't one of them. Typically, cash or trade-in equity…
By Meghan Carbary - November 19, 2018What Can be Used as Proof of Income When Buying a Car?
When you have bad credit and are working with a subprime lender, you can expect to be required to show proof of income. This can…
By Megan Foukes - November 15, 2018Buyer Beware! What Does Pre-approved for a Car Really Mean?
There are certain terms we hear almost daily in advertising, on the internet, or while shopping for a loan – pre-approved, pre-qualified, accepted, no application…
By Meghan Carbary - November 14, 2018
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