The 5 best ways to sell a car
The overall best way to sell your car is to someone in your network at or near full value. But other options (dealer trade-in, Carmax, etc.) have merits, too.
Affording Your Ride
How to negotiate the price of a car according to a former salesman
If you want to beat car dealerships at their own game, you need to first understand the true market value of what you’re buying and trading in. You should also get quotes via phone or email before you physically go into the dealership, and then skip all the extras they’ll push you to buy.
Is it better to finance a car or pay cash?
Many personal finance experts say: “All debt is bad–always pay cash for a car.” But there are times when taking out an auto loan is actually the better move.
How to get the best deal on a car with one simple email
How can you get the best deal on a new car? Learn how to send one simple email that will have car dealers scrambling to give you the best deal on a new car.
How much should you spend on a car?
Getting your first “adult” car in your 20s can be exciting, which is why it’s so easy to get carried away. However, the purchase price shouldn’t exceed 35% of your monthly income.
Auto loan calculator
Use our auto loan calculator to determine your monthly payment and the total cost of financing a car purchase (including the total interest paid).
Lease vs. buy car calculator
Leasing a car is a controversial topic in personal finance. Some say leasing is a financial dead end — you make years of payments on … Read more
How much car can i afford? Find out now!
How much can you afford to spend on a car? Use our car affordability calculator to determine a financially sensible budget for purchasing your next vehicle.
What Happens If You Fall Behind On Car Payments (And What To Do About It)
Are you falling behind on your car payments? Find out what happens if you miss the monthly deadline, and how you can get yourself back on track.
Why you should never buy a car with a credit card
As someone just getting started financially, you may have considered buying a car using a credit card. It isn’t a good idea, though. Here are your alternatives.