Car Buying Guides & Tips

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Payments, Budgets & Affordability

20/4/10 Rule Explained

20/4/10 rule explained for the US—20% down, 4-year max term, 10% of income max payment so you don't overpay.

January 31, 20261 min read
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AI + Smart Buying

AI-Generated Negotiation Scripts Explained

AI-generated negotiation scripts in the US—what they are, how they work, and how to use them so you don't overpay.

January 31, 20262 min read
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Payments, Budgets & Affordability

Car Affordability Calculator Explained

Car affordability calculator explained for the US—income, expenses, down payment so you see max payment and OTD.

January 31, 20261 min read
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SEO Long-Tail

Car Depreciation Calculator Explained

Car depreciation calculator explained for the US—how it works, what it shows, and how to use it so you see true cost.

January 31, 20262 min read
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Financing & Interest Rates

Car Loan Amortization Explained

Car loan amortization explained for the US—how principal and interest are paid over the term so you see true cost.

January 31, 20262 min read
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EV, Hybrid & Future Cars

Charging Costs vs Fuel Costs Explained

Charging costs vs fuel costs in the US—how to compare electricity vs gas per mile and what to budget for EV vs gas.

January 31, 20262 min read
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Credit Score & Approval

Co-Signers Explained: Risks and Rewards

Co-signers explained risks and rewards in the US—co-signer is liable; primary gets better rate so both understand.

January 31, 20261 min read
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Conversion-Focused Content

Cooling-Off Period Myths Explained

Cooling-off period myths explained for the US—no general federal right to cancel car purchase; some states have limited rules; check your state.

January 31, 20261 min read
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Conversion & Decision Support

Data-Driven Car Buying Explained

Data-driven car buying explained for the US—fair value, OTD, total cost, and how to use data so you don't overpay or buy the wrong car.

January 31, 20262 min read
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