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Avoiding an Underwater Loan: What Used Cars Depreciate the Least?
It’s no secret that there’s no stopping depreciation when it comes to your car. But, just because it can’t be stopped doesn’t mean it can’t…
By Meghan Carbary - August 08, 2018Can You Pay off Your Car Loan Early?
If you have the ability to pay off your car loan early, you definitely can do it. But, if you aren’t careful, you could end…
By Megan Foukes - August 07, 2018I Have Negative Equity in My Car, Can I Still Trade it In?
Owing money on your car loan doesn’t necessarily mean you have negative equity, although most car owners will be underwater on their auto loan at…
By Megan Foukes - July 31, 2018Trading in a Car with Problems
If your car’s engine blows, it can cost well over $5,000 to replace it, depending on the vehicle. If you’ve had this car for some…
By Megan Foukes - July 27, 2018Fighting Auto Depreciation: Buy a New Car That Holds its Value
With sedans and smaller cars becoming less popular, many buyers are looking at larger family-sized vehicles to fit their everyday needs. One of the biggest…
By Megan Foukes - July 25, 2018Understanding Your Trade-in Value
If you’ve been thinking about trading in your current vehicle for a new one, it’s important you understand what goes into determining your trade-in value.…
By Megan Foukes - July 19, 2018How to Avoid the Repo Man when You're Late on Your Car Payments
While it’s illegal to hide your car from the repo man – or take part in anything crazy such as sleeping in your vehicle in…
By Megan Foukes - July 03, 2018What You Need to Know about 96-month Car Loans
Auto loan terms have been getting longer lately, with some stretching out as long as 96 months, or eight years. The biggest reason why borrowers…
By Megan Foukes - June 28, 2018How Much Car Can I Afford?: Budgeting for an Auto Loan
If you’re trying to find out how much car you can afford, you need to consider the many factors that affect total cost of car…
By Meghan Carbary - June 20, 2018What is the Best Mileage to Trade in a Car?
Many car owners associate the 100,000-mile mark as a milestone for a vehicle. If you’ve been asking yourself “should I trade in my car before…
By Megan Foukes - May 31, 2018
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