Tips and Tricks for Managing Car Loans

Are Long Term Auto Loans the Best Commitment?

Posted on April 20, 2018 by | Meghan Alard (3-minute read)

A new report finds long term auto loans are getting longer and longer, leading to more time in debt and higher costs due to added interest charges. Do borrowers really benefit from that commitment?

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Good Debt vs Bad Debt

Posted on February 2, 2018 by | Meghan Alard (4-minute read)

A new study finds that 2 out of 3 consumers believe they will never be debt free, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing when you consider the difference between good debt vs bad debt. We explain the difference so you can get the right financing for your needs.

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Revealing the Risk of Long Term Auto Loans

Posted on November 17, 2017 by | April Lewis-Parks (4-minute read)

A new CFPB report reveals the risk of long term auto loans, showing higher rates of default. We explain the debt management challenges these loans present.

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The Negative Equity Auto Loan Crisis

Posted on June 26, 2017 by | Meghan Alard (4-minute read)

Negative equity auto loan levels hit record highs. Are longer auto terms getting consumers with subprime credit into more trouble than they’re worth?

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Is There Deception Hidden in Your Auto Loan?

Posted on April 17, 2017 by | Meghan Alard (4-minute read)

A study predicts deception in auto loans may lead to increased default rates this year. Is your car loan hiding auto loan fraud committed by the dealer?

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Delinquent Cars and Credit Cards

Posted on February 20, 2017 by | Meghan Alard (3-minute read)

A new report shows an increase in the number of delinquent auto loans and credit cards. We explain what delinquent debt is and how you can overcome it.

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Upside Down Auto Industry

Posted on December 16, 2016 by | Meghan Alard (3-minute read)

A record number of car buyers are coming to the lot with upside down auto trade-ins, meaning they actually owe money on the old vehicle when they upgrade.

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Can Poor Credit Drive You Crazy?

Posted on November 7, 2016 by | April Lewis-Parks (3-minute read)

Your poor credit score may be costing you more and that’s not just due to higher rates on credit cards and loans. Even insurance premiums may be higher.

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Subprime Auto Loans Hit a Ditch

Posted on October 26, 2016 by | Meghan Alard (4-minute read)

Nearly five out of every 100 subprime borrowers is 60 days or more behind with their auto loans. We help borrowers create a strategy to help catch up.

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