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Carmax’s Highest Appraisal Offer Will Leave You Dumbfounded

When it comes to selling your car to a dealer, there’s almost no easier way to get it done than going to Carmax. You simply bring your car to any Carmax location, they appraise it and then give you an offer right on the spot with a seven-day grace period. The process is so easy …
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5 Questions You Shouldn’t Answer When You Walk Into a Car Dealership

Walking onto a dealership car lot is nerve-wracking, especially when you’re just planning to check out a car on the lot or browse around at the current inventory. The reason it’s so stressful is that car salespeople are ready and willing to jump at the chance to greet you in the hopes of selling you …

You Might Have a Harder Time Getting a Car Loan in 2021

With the global pandemic still raging on, you might find that it’s harder to get a car loan in 2021 if you are a first-time car buyer. There are a few reasons for this and we wanted to share the information that Ari Janessian – a YouTuber and auto broker – recently shared on his …
Used cars at a dealerhip

How To Prevent Buyer’s Remorse When Buying a Used Car

Buyer’s remorse is a real thing. For those unfamiliar with the terminology, buyer’s remorse is when a consumer acquires a product or service and finds themself regretting their purchase shortly thereafter. This happens in all industries, including car sales. But, when dealing with cars, trucks, vans, and SUVs, buyer’s remorse is a lot more regrettable …
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Want Your Car To Hold Its Resale Value? Avoid These 5 Things

When it’s time to sell your car, you want the most money that you can get for it, even it happens to only be $500. But if you think that your car is worth more than that, then there are other areas in the car that likely need your attention before you start posting it …
Rows of Toyota cars for sale at a dealership

Buying a New Car on New Year’s Eve Could Save You a Lot of Money

If you’re currently in the market for a new car and are reading this article at the time it’s published, then stop reading and head to the dealership because now is the best time to buy a car. However, if you want to keep reading, then know that the week between Christmas and New Year’s …
A women shopping for a car at a Honda dealership

How Do You Trade in a Car That’s Not Paid Off?

There are a lot of factors to consider when buying a car from a dealership including the price of the car you’re buying, how you’re going to pay for it, and what to do with the car that you currently have. But what if the car that you currently own isn’t paid off and you …
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Being a ‘Terrible Car Salesperson’ Means That You’re Too Honest

What makes a good car salesperson? To most car buyers, a good car salesperson is someone that’s attentive, respectful, knowledgeable and, most of all, honest. But did you ever think that that last trait may actually make for a bad car salesperson? Believe it or not, if you’re working for a dealership, it does make …
The Chevy Spark is the cheapest brand new car for sale in the US. It is a hatchback often available with significant discounts.

Are Overpriced SUVs Killing off Cheap Cars?

If you’ve felt like brand-new cars have become increasingly expensive year over year, you’re not alone. While big names such as Toyota and Honda previously excelled in the sub-$20,000 market, they’ve now moved upmarket with SUVs. As a result, a video by CNBC covers the subsequent quick disappearance of cheap cars in the U.S. Since …
A picture of one of Carvana's car vending machines.

Can You Negotiate a Car’s Price at Carvana?

The art of negotiation isn’t just reserved for white-collar business folks looking to strike deals with their competitors, it’s also a crafty art if you’re into buying cars and “win one over” on the poor car salespeople. But what if you don’t like negotiating? Then you can always shop for a car at Carvana, a …
Honda vehicles for sale at a dealership

5 Important ‘Customer Incentives’ Every Buyer Should Know About

If you’re planning to buy a new car and are currently research all of your options when it comes to pricing, then you have most likely run into the term “customer incentives.” For those not in the know, those incentives can be confusing when it comes time to figure out how much you can save …

What Is the Best Day in December to Buy a New Car?

The end of the year is almost upon us and if you’re still in search of a new car, then you may be in luck. December is actually one of the best months of the year to purchase a new car because of the new model year change for most brands as well as a …
A car dealership advertising financing deals on the window to entice those car shopping.

Don’t Buy These 4 Things When You Go Back to the Finance Office

Mike Davenport has been working in sales for over twenty years. He also started a YouTube channel several years ago that gives him the opportunity to provide educational videos about the car buying process. In one of his videos, he points out four things that are car shopping should not purchase from the finance office. …
A used car with a for sale sign in its window sits on 19th Avenue on June 9, 2011, in San Francisco, California.

The Dumbest Mistake You Can Make When Selling Your Car

There’s no shortage of expert tips and tricks for buying a car. It’s not uncommon to find countless pieces of advice about negotiating a good buy, figuring out your trade-in value, and avoiding mistakes. But there’s also need-to-know information to help when you’re on the other side and looking to sell your car. When it’s …
Finance and sales manager Warren Cox speaks with a customer about a Dodge Charger

First-Time Car Buyer? Here Are a Few Car-Buying Tips

If you’re a first-time car buyer, then it can be tough to navigate through the car sales process, especially if you don’t have any credit history. Don’t worry, you’re not alone as the car-buying process can daunting if you’re just getting familiar with it. Here are some tips that can help out when it comes …
A photo of the 2020 Ford Bronco outdoors.

These 5 New Vehicles Are Worth Waiting For

Unless you’re already a billionaire, 2020 probably hasn’t been your year. 2020 is a wash. It’s a year to hunker down and wait for better things to come. With that said, the car market has been wild this year, along with everything else. Many people aren’t sure if it’s time to buy now since driving …
A silver, topless 2021 Lexus LC 500 on a coastal road.

When’s the Best Time To Sell a Convertible?

Regardless if you’re using Carvana, Carmax, or Craigslist to sell your convertible, you want to get the best price possible. And just like there’s an ideal time to enjoy your drop-top, there’s a recommended time to sell it. Though before you do, there are a few things you need to take care of. Selling a …