Staying informed is an important piece of buying a car, and the following myths will show you why you shouldn't take expert theories at face value.

If you’ve been struggling with a large amount of debt, you may have considered taking part in a debt management program (also called credit counseling).

If you are planning on bringing your pets with you on vacation, you are going to want to make sure they are properly restrained. And there are other measures you can take to ensure that everyone has a fun and safe trip.

If you know anything about auto financing, you know the longer you stretch a loan, the lower your monthly payments. A low monthly payment may sound great, but it’s not always the best option – especially if you have bad credit. Not only can you save money by keeping a loan term short, but you’ll be more likely to complete your loan before something unexpected happens as your vehicle ages.

It is a last resort measure, but Chapter 7 bankruptcy can leave you with a fresh start and an opportunity to rebuild your credit from the ground up.

Cars play an important role in most of our lives. Many people spend both a lot of time in their cars and a lot of money on them. With this in mind, Bankrate.com set out to rate the overall experience for motorists in each state.

If you really need to purchase a car before filing for bankruptcy (BK), it might be possible for you to do so. There may even be some advantages that come with buying a vehicle pre-bankruptcy.

If you see a listing for a late-model used car with crazy-low mileage (possibly 100-200 miles on the odometer), there is a good chance that you have stumbled upon a punched car.

Reaffirming a car loan involves committing to a restructured contract. And with reaffirmation, the lender won't be permitted to repossess the vehicle as long as you're making payments.

If you plan on keeping your car for more than six years, the battery will most likely need to be changed at some point. Before this happens, many people will typically have to jump-start their vehicle at one time or another. So, it’s important to know what to do when you are faced with this situation.