And it was the easiest part of the purchase. One of the things I hate about buying a car is financing. Talking to my bank, checking my credit score (ugh), filling out forms (double ugh), sifting through finance rates, loan terms and more can be frustrating and confusing. But, I needed a car. Hello, Auto…
Best Safety Features for a Teen Driver’s First Car
BEYOND AIRBAGS: Best First CARS and Safety Features for Teens The time has come. Your teen has passed her driving test, and now pines for her own vehicle. While tech features and eye-catching elegance may be on her wish list, safety over style is the name of the game for parents purchasing their teen’s first…
Leasing vs. Buying a Car: Which is Better for Families?
Is leasing a car a better alternative than buying for families? In the not too distant past, it was companies that leased cars. It was an easy way to get a tax write-off and ensure executives and employees could tool around town in the latest models. Today, about one-third of new vehicles are leased rather…
Online Car Sales Are Changing How Cars are Sold, Maybe Forever
But is it safe to car shop in a pandemic? Here’s how it works, and what you need to know. Deals on new cars may be the best ever, and it’s driving people to shop. But, afraid that many customers would draw the line at going into a dealership, or state laws that limit a…
Get the Best Used Car For Your Money: What You Need to Know
A really great new-to-you car could be in your driveway soon. Used cars can offer great savings, but the perception is that the risk is great, too. That’s not necessarily so. The best used cars often have been checked over and tuned up or repaired; they often come with a warranty, they can offer many…
New Car Deals: Could This Be the Best Time to Buy a Car, Maybe Ever?
These new car deals are dazzling, but how long will they last? If you’ve seen the ads on TV or on Facebook it’s stunning: 0% financing and no payments for up to 6 months? Can this be real? It is, and it is spectacular. There are a lot of cars on dealers lots right now….
Ever Wonder How Car Dealers Make Money?
Read this before heading to a car dealership to buy a new car. Ross Hamilton, General Manager at Apple Ford and Apple Chevrolet in Marlin, Texas says car dealerships make money in every capacity. “We sell a product and we mark up the costs,” he begins, adding that cars are generally marked up from three to…
Top Ten Car Buying Mistakes
Let’s be real, the car buying experience can be intimidating. So being prepared is crucial if you want to drive off of the dealership lot as a happy new car owner. Unfortunately, many car buyers skip the prep work and end up in a car they really don’t like. We want to help you avoid that,…
Cash Back and No Haggling: How the Costco Auto Program Saves Money and Sweat On Your Next Car
Costco isn’t just for buying in bulk. Even if you’re a Costco member, you might not know much about the Costco Auto program. We think of Costco as a place to buy things in bulk, like toilet paper and double-sized jars of peanut butter, not to mention, trying miles of samples. It’s also where we go…
Buy a Car With My Phone? Oh, Yes, I Did!
I needed a new car. But I didn’t have time to sit at my desk researching on my computer, or at least, not enough time. I had ‘idle time’ waiting in the school pick up line, on the train to NYC, or waiting for my breakfast to microwave—time I usually spent on Facebook—but I…