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,…
How to Budget for a New Car
New car budget: how to save for the car of your dreams There are four signs you need to buy a new car this year. If that sounds like you, you can take a step closer to your dream ride and learn how to budget for a new car. Categorize your expenses I’m a big…
7 Car Buying Tips For A Pain-Free Experience
If You’re Like the Rest of us, You’d Rather Have a Root Canal than Buy a Car. Buying a car can be tough and intimidating. Even people who know a lot about cars don’t love the process of shopping and negotiating. But you don’t have to be an expert. Our car buying tips will help…
Buying a New Car? 9 Things You Need To Know–Right there on the Window Sticker
You NEED to read our guide to the Monroney window sticker before you head to the car dealer. It’s supposed to protect you but often, it’s the first thing that baffles you when looking at a new car and makes you think, well, I can live with my old car for another year: The Monroney, a/k/a…
So You Want to Buy a Car. These Goals Will Help You Get There
Your shiny new car is closer than you think. Do you want to buy a car? There are some goals you’ll want to first achieve, such as building up your credit score, saving for a down payment and researching the perfect car for your life. And when you’re prepared, getting a new car can be…
Ready for a New Car? These Tips Will Help You Find Your Perfect Match
What’s your perfect match? You know the old saying “you have to kiss a lot of toads before you find your prince.” I think we can all relate. Looking for Mr. Right isn’t easy. And sometimes Mr. Right turns into Mr. No Longer Right and the search resumes. The same thing happens when you’re searching…
How to Avoid Getting Soaked Buying A Flood Damaged Vehicle
Why flooded cars are dangerous to drive. Many of the cars and trucks damaged in floods wind up for sale online, or even in used car lots. Here’s how to avoid getting soaked by buying a vehicle that is – simply – dangerous to drive. Electronics, including computer chips, hate water. Since modern vehicles are…
Buying a car for summer travel: What you need to know before hitting the road
On Monday, April 27th, join the conversation about road trips, cars and how to make sure you are protected on the road this summer. Spring cleaning is all about out with the rusty, dusty and in with the new car smell, right? And what better time to buy a car than before you head to the beach, mountains or…