Expert advice to help you make smarter car buying decisions. From budget planning to ownership costs, we've got you covered.
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Buyer's remorse vs real problems in the US—remorse is regret; real problems are contract not matching OTD, predatory terms; use OTD and data before you buy so you avoid both.
Can you undo a car purchase in the US—no general right to cancel; some states have cooling-off for certain cases; check your state so you know your rights.
Cooling-off period myths explained for the US—no general federal right to cancel car purchase; some states have limited rules; check your state.
How to fix a bad car deal in the US—refinance if rate is high; sell or trade if you're underwater; use refinance and negative equity calculators so you see options.
How to protect yourself after buying a car in the US—keep written OTD, contract, payment records; refinance if rate is high; use refinance calculator so you see options.
How to review a deal before signing in the US—compare contract OTD to written OTD; confirm every line so you don't overpay.
Last-minute tactics dealers use in the US—add-ons at signing, fee bumps; get full OTD in writing and refuse surprise add-ons so you don't overpay.
Red flags that mean you're overpaying in the US—price above fair value, no written OTD, payment focus; use price checker and OTD calculator so you don't overpay.
Should I accept this deal or walk away in the US—compare OTD to fair value and your max; use price checker and OTD calculator so you decide with data.