If you are dealing with dinged credit, an auto loan can be a great way to get it back on track. But you need to be careful. There are some auto loan financing mistakes you can make that can end up further damaging your credit. In order to avoid any missteps, don’t make these mistakes when financing a car with less than perfect credit.
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Author Profile: David Topham
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What to Pay Attention to on a Test Drive
- February 7, 2017
- David Topham
- Car Buying Tips
The test drive cannot be overlooked. It is one of the most important — and also probably the most fun — parts of the car-buying process. It’s your chance to “try before you buy,” so you are going to want to take your time, cover all of the bases, and ask a lot of questions.
Read More...4 Reasons Why Car Batteries Fail
- December 14, 2016
- David Topham
- Maintenance Tips
When the temperatures drop in the winter months, car batteries are known to fail. With this in mind, battery manufacturer Johnson Controls wanted to put consumers on alert. They highlighted four main reasons why car batteries fail and provided tips on how to safeguard against these problems.
Read More...Marijuana Legalization and its Impact on Road Safety
- November 23, 2016
- David Topham
- Auto News
The federal government is set to introduce legislation to legalize the recreational use of marijuana in the spring of 2017. With that time coming, the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) is continuing to research how marijuana will impact road safety.
Read More...Survey Shows that Too Many Canadians Engage in Distracted Walking
- November 11, 2016
- David Topham
- Safety
The latest national survey from State Farm Canada shows that too many pedestrians engage in distracted walking. The results are alarming considering that dusk comes sooner now that clocks have fallen back to daylight standard time.
Read More...How to Improve Your Credit Rating
- November 4, 2016
- David Topham
- Credit Tips
Your credit score is a number that represents your creditworthiness at a moment in time. If you are trying to improve your credit rating, there’s only one way this can be accomplished.
Read More...Payment Shopping and Bad Credit Auto Loans
- October 21, 2016
- David Topham
- Auto Loan
When financing a car, most consumers focus on the monthly payment instead of the interest rate or total cost. This is why the industry has seen loan terms increase and monthly payments decrease in recent years. However, this "payment shopping" point of view can be dangerous for borrowers with poor credit.
Read More...5 Things to Consider Before Buying a Car
- October 12, 2016
- David Topham
- Car Buying Tips
Buying a car is a big financial commitment, so it's important to consider all that comes with it. You want to take your time and make sure you get a vehicle you like that fits your needs. Here is a list of five things to consider before buying a car.
Read More...Tips for Buying a Car with Poor Credit
- August 24, 2016
- David Topham
- Auto Loan
When you need to finance a car with less than perfect credit, there are some things you can do to increase your chances of successfully completing the loan. Check out our tips for buying a car with poor credit.
Read More...Is a Down Payment Required for a New Car?
- June 15, 2016
- David Topham
- Auto Loan
Most special finance auto lenders will require a down payment from applicants with less than perfect credit. Many consumers see this as an annoyance, but it actually works to your advantage to make as large of a down payment as you possibly can.
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