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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SEO Long-Tail

Best Time to Buy a Used Car

Best time to buy a used car in the US—when supply and demand favor buyers, and how to use data any time of year.

January 31, 20262 min read
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Best Used Cars Under $20,000

Best used cars under $20,000 in the US—reliable, good value, and how to stay within budget including tax and fees.

January 31, 20262 min read
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Financing & Interest Rates

Financing a Used Car vs New Car

Financing a used car vs new car in the US—APR, term, and total cost so you compare and choose.

January 31, 20262 min read
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Car Pricing & Fair Value

How Dealers Mark Up Cars (And How to Beat It)

Learn how dealers mark up new and used cars in the US—MSRP, market adjustments, add-ons, and how to avoid overpaying.

January 31, 20264 min read
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Car Pricing & Fair Value

How Much Room Is There to Negotiate a Car Price?

Learn how much negotiation room exists on new and used cars in the US—by segment, market, and how to find out before you make an offer.

January 31, 20265 min read
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Advanced Negotiation (Mid–Bottom Funnel)

How to Negotiate Used Cars

How to negotiate used cars in the US—know fair value from comps, OTD first, get OTD in writing so you don't overpay.

January 31, 20261 min read
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Car Pricing & Fair Value

How to Spot an Overpriced Used Car Instantly

Learn the quick signs of an overpriced used car in the US—comparison rules, red flags, and how to verify in under a minute.

January 31, 20264 min read
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EV, Hybrid & Future Cars

Over-the-Air Updates and Resale Value

Over-the-air updates and resale value in the US—how OTA updates affect used car value and what to expect when buying or selling.

January 31, 20262 min read
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Car Pricing & Fair Value

What Is a Fair Price for a Used Car by Mileage?

Learn how mileage affects fair used car prices in the US—formulas, ranges by mileage tier, and how to know you're not overpaying.

January 31, 20265 min read
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