You can't get a loan or credit card until you turn 18 years old in the United States, but there's still a way you can build credit as a minor.
Continue ReadingYou can't get a loan or credit card until you turn 18 years old in the United States, but there's still a way you can build credit as a minor.
Continue ReadingThe statement that some car dealerships make that promise to "pay off your trade" may not mean what you think it does if you owe more on your current loan than your vehicle is worth.
Continue ReadingRemember, if you still owe on a vehicle, the lender owns the car and, in most states, holds the title. Many states make it illegal to sell a vehicle without a title. If you’ve lost the title, getting a replacement is a relatively simple process. But if you don’t have a title because you didn’t pay off your loan, you’ve just sold a stolen car – which is certainly illegal.
Continue ReadingThe car repossession process can really take a toll on you if your credit is already suffering. Fortunately, there are options for getting a repossessed car back. Be aware though, that keeping your vehicle may not be the best option for you. But if you feel it is, your options are time sensitive – so make sure you act fast.
Continue ReadingIf you're trying to build up credit, most of the advice you get will typically be centered on using credit cards. But what if you want to build credit without a credit card?
Continue ReadingWhen it comes time to trade in your car, it pays to be prepared. Deciding to trade in your vehicle to a car dealer instead of selling it privately comes with some benefits and less stress.
Continue ReadingIf you want to save money on your auto loan, you can use these hacks as long as your car loan uses simple interest.
Continue ReadingLeasing has become a popular alternative to car buying. You get a new car, drive it for a few years, and have the option to buy it or turn it back in and lease again.
Continue ReadingIt's common to trade in a vehicle before it's paid off, but the situation gets tricky if the car is worth less than what you owe on it.
Continue ReadingBankruptcy is not to be entered into lightly. Depending on which stage you’re in, or if you’re considering filing a Chapter 13, the process of getting – or keeping – a vehicle differs greatly. Here are some considerations for every stage.
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