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A shopper looks at a silver Chevy car for lease at Stewart Chevrolet Cadillac in Colma, California, on Wednesday, January 30, 2013

Does Leasing a Car Help Your Credit Score?

Car buying can be a pain. Though financing is the best option for most people, sometimes you need a car but don’t want to buy it. That’s where leasing comes in. You can choose to buy the vehicle after the lease ends (unless it’s a Tesla), or you can move on to something newer. But …
Rows of Toyota Corolla vehicles await buyers at the Toyota Corolla showroom in Tokyo, Japan, on Monday, March 5, 2007

3 Best Used Toyota Models You Can Buy on a $5,000 Budget

Car shopping can be a challenge when you’re on a tight budget. That’s what makes buying used an attractive option. However, it doesn’t come without risks. When buying used, you want to make sure you pick a reliable vehicle. Used Toyota cars are excellent choices. Though no used vehicle is perfect, some inexpensive models hold …
The black steering wheel and instrumentation panel of a 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid compact crossover SUV

Ford Had a Difficult Time Selling Most of Its SUVs in 2020

If you’re looking for a great deal on a new SUV, stop by your local dealership and ask to see a 2020 model. There will probably be a pretty good selection of Ford SUVs. That’s because last year wreaked havoc on the auto industry during the nationwide shutdown due to the coronavirus pandemic. Ford had a …
A trailer truck transporting cars being shipped.

How Much Does Shipping a Car Actually Cost?

Maybe you’re in the midst of a cross-country move. Or, perhaps you’ve just purchased your absolute dream car but live too far away to pick it up yourself. In such cases, shipping a car could be your best option. But how much does shipping a car actually cost? Let’s find out. How does shipping a …
Close-up of the upper corner of a consumer credit report from the credit bureau Equifax, with text reading "Credit File" and "Personal Identification" on a light wooden surface on September 11, 2017

Does Buying a Car Build Your Credit Score?

For most people, buying a car is a big deal. It takes time to save enough money for such a large expense. But car loans make it possible to purchase a vehicle without having to scrape together the entire amount. How does car financing work, what effect can it have on your credit score, and …
A customer inspects the window sticker of a 2011 Toyota Sienna at Fred Anderson Toyota in Raleigh, North Carolina

The Dealer Destination Charge: Do You Have to Pay It?

Car buying can feel overwhelming when you’re trying to get the best price. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price, or MSRP, isn’t the final price you end up paying. There are usually several fees and additional costs like the dealer destination charge. Do you have to pay the destination charge, and what other fees can you …

Experian Reports a Record High for Monthly Auto Loan Payments

Financing a new car is one thing, but being able to afford it throughout the entire length of the loan is another. What that means is that your monthly payment is important and what’s even more important is that you can comfortably afford it. According to new data from Experian, many Americans are currently paying …
A customer and a salesperson sit behind plastic COVID-19 barriers in a New Jersey Ford and Kia car dealer

Why Have Some Dealerships Stopped Negotiating on Price?

Buying a car at a dealership has changed a lot since the pandemic struck last year. There are many dealerships that are now offering contact-less delivery of vehicles and are even signing the paperwork for them completely online. But one other aspect of the car-buying has changed as well: Negotiating the price. Now that the …
A multi-brand car dealer in Colma, California

Are Car Dealers Even Ready To Sell You an Electric Vehicle?

With battery prices dropping and model selection increasing, it’s clear that EVs are becoming increasingly prevalent in the automotive marketplace. However, electric cars still have several obstacles left to overcome, such as a paucity of convenient charging stations. But the car dealers themselves may also be standing in the way. Not all car dealers are …