Car Buying Guides & Tips

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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Financing & Interest Rates

36 vs 48 vs 60 vs 72 Month Loans Compared

36 vs 48 vs 60 vs 72 month loans compared in the US—payment and total interest so you choose the right term.

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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Financing & Interest Rates

How Car Loans Really Work

How car loans really work in the US—principal, interest, term, and total cost so you don't overpay.

January 31, 20262 min read
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Financing & Interest Rates

How Dealers Mark Up Interest Rates

How dealers mark up interest rates in the US—buy rate vs contract rate and how to avoid paying the markup.

January 31, 20262 min read
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How Early Loan Payoff Saves You Money

How early loan payoff saves you money in the US—pay extra principal to reduce total interest and pay off sooner.

January 31, 20262 min read
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Car Pricing & Fair Value

How Inflation Is Changing Car Prices

How inflation is affecting car prices in the US—new and used, interest rates, and what buyers can do to protect themselves.

January 31, 20264 min read
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Financing & Interest Rates

How Interest Rates Affect True Ownership Cost

How interest rates affect true ownership cost in the US—APR and total interest over the loan so you see true cost.

January 31, 20262 min read
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Financing & Interest Rates

How Much Interest You'll Pay Over a Car Loan

How much interest you'll pay over a car loan in the US—APR, term, and total interest so you see true cost.

January 31, 20262 min read
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Leasing vs Buying (Deep Intent)

Leasing vs Buying With High Interest Rates

Leasing vs buying with high interest rates in the US—money factor vs loan rate and total cost so you decide with data.

January 31, 20262 min read
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