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Though dealers often recondition used cars and some may add warranty coverage, slapping a “certified” label on a used car isn’t the same as certifying it under a manufacturer’s CPO program.
By Rick Popely
October 15, 2024
You can lease a car if you have spotty credit, but it won’t be easy — and you probably won’t get the alluringly low lease payments you see advertised.
By Fred Meier
October 15, 2024
Most manufacturers provide discounts on cars to current employees and retirees, and they often reduce transaction costs to near or below the price on the invoice sent to the dealer.
By Rick Popely
October 15, 2024
It’s no secret that there’s a shortage of used cars right now, but does that mean now is a good time to buy out your lease? Learn more about your options here.
By Fred Meier
October 14, 2024
Choosing the right way to pay for your car depends on the type of car you’re getting, how long you want to own it, how much cash you have and your credit score.
By Colin Bird
October 11, 2024
There are options for ending your lease early without sacrificing time, effort and, in some cases, money.
By Nancy Dunham
October 10, 2024
As the average length of a new-vehicle loan has increased to nearly six years, so has the number of buyers who trade in a vehicle with negative equity.
By Rick Popely
October 8, 2024
Before you move ahead with it, consider these points to learn how leasing a car works.
By Nancy Dunham
October 7, 2024
Although some dealers have instituted no-haggle pricing, CPO cars seldom carry such stipulations as a whole.
By Kelsey Mays
October 7, 2024
Most automaker finance units and third-party financial institutions will grant a one-time extension of a car lease, generally by 12 months or fewer.
By Fred Meier
October 7, 2024