Is now a good time to buy a car?Well, maybe. But there are some things you should know first about the deceptive practices that some car dealers are using to increase car sales. Today's economy has forced legitimate used car salesmen (and even new car dealerships) to operate on very thin margins. Many are teetering on the verge of bankruptcy.Some car dealers are in such a rush to get you behind the wheel of a new car, they don't even confirm your financing first. This can cause all sorts of … [Read more...]
Car Scams: Before You Buy A New Or Used Car… Read This First!
The Pros & Cons Of Smart Cars And Micro Minis

Smart cars (and micro minis) have swept through Europe with the force of a tidal wave. We've all seen them, the cute little cars that only seat 2 people and are sometimes in very vibrant colors (such as neon green, for example). I was actually surprised to see one of these parked on Lake City Way the other day here in Seattle. Personally, I love how cute they are, but they have other advantages as well. Here are some pros and cons of the micro mini or smart … [Read more...]
Car Salesman Tricks To Make You Buy A Car… Now!

"How much do you want to pay each month?"That is typically the first question you're asked when approached by the car salesman or car financing officer on the lot. Keep in mind that this question has nothing to do with how many years you will be making the monthly payment on the car, or how much the car even costs. Many first-time car buyers fall for this trick... once. But after this hard-learned lesson, they pay close attention to the price next time they buy a car. … [Read more...]
Buying A New Car? 6 Reasons To Pay Cash Rather Than Financing Your Next Vehicle

Your car is a few years old and you are dreaming about a new vehicle... If you're considering its trade in value and trying to decide how much the monthly payment on your new car should be, chances are you're moving a bit too fast. Why? Because you really should be thinking about hanging onto the car you have -- just long enough to save your money and pay for your next car with cash. … [Read more...]
What Automobile Insurance Coverages Do I Need?
There are several choices that you need to make when choosing your Auto Insurance coverage. Make sure you understand the coverages that are available to you and make an informed decision on what you carry. Do not only rely on your insurance agent to make all the recommendations. Here's what you need to know. … [Read more...]
Carfax… Is It Worth It? How To Get The BEST Vehicle History Reports

Buying a used car can be nerve-racking since we never really know where that car has been or what it's been through. However, title searches and vehicle history reports are making the used car buying process a little bit easier to handle. One of the major players in this area is Carfax, who claims to have a vehicle's true history in order to ensure that you're making a safe purchase. For just $54.99 you can get unlimited vehicle reports, or get a single vehicle report for … [Read more...]
Saving On Auto Insurance For Teenage Drivers
Insuring a young driver on your automobile insurance can be very expensive if you don't know a few of the tricks. For those of you just finding out, this may cost you upwards of $150 - $200 per month even with standard big name carriers. There are a few things you can do to minimize the cost of adding a young driver to your policy. … [Read more...]

Connect with us