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Buying vs. Leasing: Advantages & Disadvantages

One of the most important decisions you will need to make while purchasing a car is whether to buy or lease the vehicle. There are a number of factors to consider before you choose to lease or buy. The following tips will help you make the ...

How to Pay Off Your Car Loan Fast

No one likes to have loan debt hanging over their head. Paying off a car loan early can remove a serious financial stress from a monthly budget. The following strategies will help you finish paying off your car loan ahead of schedule, ...

Effects of Paying Cash for a Used Car

One of the most important decisions you make while buying a used car is how you are planning to pay for the purchase. The choice comes down to either financing the car or paying in cash. There are benefits and drawbacks to paying in cash ...

Things to Do Before Selling Your Car to a Dealership

The increased lifespan of used cars, thanks to improved manufacturing and heightened maintenance habits of the average driver, has made it easier and more profitable to sell your unwanted used car to a dealership for a maximum profit. By ...

Are Automatic Car Washes Safe for Your Car?

When a car is kept clean, it looks better and retains its value longer. Many drivers are hesitant to bring their car to an automated car wash for fear of damaging the vehicle. There is a possibility of an automated car wash damaging your ...

How to Pick the Right Car for a Teenager

Parents of teenagers often buy their teen a car as soon as one is wanted without considering all of the factors that should go into such a big purchasing decision. The most important thing to remember is that not every teenager with a ...

Things You Never Knew Affected Your Credit

  • Jeff Martin
  • 04/02/2013
Most people are aware of the obvious things that affect their credit score. However, there are a number of unexpected ways you may be hurting your credit rating which you need to understand. If you are trying to rebuild or improve your ...

Bad or No Credit: What's the Difference?

There are important differences between no credit and bad credit scores. The distinguishing elements between these two situations contribute to the differing strategies for improving and building upon your credit. Before you can improve ...

Car Buying Tips: First Time Buyers

There are many factors you should consider when purchasing a new or used vehicle. Financing, fuels costs, insurance and inspection reports should all factor into your decision to buy a car. From new cars to used cars, here are a few tips ...