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Why Are Used BMWs So Affordable?

Why buy a new Toyota Corolla when you can buy a used BMW? Considering you can find either one of those cars in the $20,000 range, it might make sense to get into the lap of luxury like you have always wanted. Fortunately, depreciation is on your side. But why are used BMWs so cheap …
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Can Buying a Car Actually Be a Good Investment?

While you might think that buying a car is actually an investment, it technically isn’t. A car is a depreciating asset, and just because it costs a lot and you will more than likely have to make payments on it (depending on how much of a car you buy), it’s not actually considered an investment …
VOLGOGRAD, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 19, 2016: A client looks at a used car for sale at the AGAT Profi dealership. Dmitry Rogulin/TASS (Photo by Dmitry RogulinTASS via Getty Images)

Can You Buy a Decent Car for $1,000 to $2,000?

Are you under financial duress but are currently in need of a car? Or are you looking to own a car without having any car payments? No problem! Just go ahead and get yourself a $1,000 to $2,000 car and call it a day. But you might be wondering, “Are there really any good or …
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Quick Tips for Saving Big at the Car Dealership

Not many people say that they enjoy taking a trip to the car dealership. Buying a new car, or new-to-you car can be exciting, but it can also be stressful. Add on the stress of a sales team, and all of the technical terms and additional costs and buying a car can be downright overwhelming. …
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5 Negotiation Hacks for the Next Time You Buy a New Car

There’s really no magic to buying a new car. In fact, if you just do your research and show up to the dealership knowing what you want and approximately the price that you want to pay, you’ll likely get exactly what you’re looking for. After, the salesperson wants to sell a car just as much …
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Don’t Make This Mistake If You’re Buying a Certified Pre-Owned Car

Certified pre-owned cars are different from your average used vehicle. They provide more assurance and reliability to new owners. While there are plenty of benefits to purchasing a certified pre-owned car, it’s up to the buyer to minimize its drawbacks. To help you make the most of your next certified pre-owned car, it’s important to …
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When Does Buying Out Your Car Lease Make Sense?

If you’re currently leasing a car and are coming up to the end of the term, then you might be wondering if whether or not you should buy it out. After all, you’ve likely spent the last three years with the car and know everything about it, and it’s obvious that you like it, so …
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What Is a ‘Straw Purchase’ and Why Is It Illegal?

If you need to buy a car and have troubled or no credit, then you do have options. You can wait to buy a car and save up money to pay for it in cash, you can spend time building your credit, or you can get a co-signer with better credit to co-sign on a …
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Is Labor Day Weekend the Right Time to Buy a Car?

Holidays can be a time of stress or joy. This year with the pandemic of COVID-19 we have had to learn a new way to celebrate holidays. Big holidays like the Fourth of July where we are used to coming together with friends have looked different this year, but not everything has changed. With many …
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Avoid These Common Car-Buying Mistakes

The average consumer doesn’t purchase a new car often enough for it to be routine practice. For most drivers, we only buy a car every few years, so it’s easy to forget about car buying practices. Buying a car is a significant financial commitment, and it can be incredibly stressful. With so many options on …

What’s the Deal With the Dealer Buyback Offers in Mail?

If you have ever leased or financed a car from a dealership, then you might get an offer in the mail from them offering to buy back your car within the first two to three years of owning or leasing it. But why would a dealership want to buy your car back, or have you …
The logos of automobile companies (L-R) Abarth, Lancia, Fiat, Alfa Romeo and Jeep are pictured at the entrance to the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA)

Why Would Anyone Get a 72-Month Car Loan?

Car loans come in many forms and when you’re looking for a new vehicle to finance, there are a lot of factors to consider. Interest rates, fees, and term lengths help determine not only how much you’ll pay for your new car, but also how long you’ll be on the hook for it. So, when …

Now Is the Time To Refinance Your Auto Loan

When we think about refinancing, we consider personal loans, credit cards, and even mortgages, but we forget that you aren’t stuck in your auto loan either. Refinancing your auto loan can seem intimidating, and it’s not an option many people consider — but there can be a lot of benefits to refinancing your car loan. Right …
Finance and sales manager Warren Cox speaks with a customer about a Dodge Charger

Consumer Reports: Tips for Buying Your First Car

Buying a car can be intimidating, but buying a new-to-you vehicle when you’ve never purchased one can be more daunting than anything. There are so many options and so much technical jargon that it’s hard even to understand what’s going on. On top of that, a lot of car dealerships carry a bad reputation for …