A recent post discussed the pros and cons of buying a new or used car. If you’re in the market for a new vehicle, that’s a pretty important decision you’ll need to make early on. But what about other factors? Vehicles come in all shapes and sizes with various features available. You may be curious about what most people look for to help you determine what’s most important for you. High Priority: Good Gas Mileage Other than price, gas mileage is usually ranked high on the list of consideration among car buyers. Nearly half of consumers say they’ll consider alternative-energy…

Buying a car is exciting! Going to the lot, looking at your options, and going on test drives are all part of the experience.  You’ll also be faced with a lot of choices. One choice you’ll need to make right off the bat is whether you want a new or used car. Weigh the pros and cons in order to determine the best choice for yourself. Pros: New Car You will be covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, which will cover almost everything. You will be able to take advantage of the latest safety and convenience features, and most new cars come with…

Buying a new car can be a stressful experience, but it doesn’t have to be! We’ll walk you through the process from beginning to end. You’ll learn: How to choose the car that’s right for you How to figure out how much car you can afford The pros and cons of trading your car in How to successfully negotiate with the salesmen   Want to read it? We just need your email address! Click here to enter your information and the guide will be emailed to you shortly.

With the rise of more natural disasters, you want to be sure that the car you are purchasing has not been damaged in a flood.  Unfortunately, sellers are trying to get away with selling flood-damaged cars to unsuspecting buyers. After Hurricane Sandy, there was a large concern about cars being sold that had been damaged in flooded areas.  In more recent months, the trend has continued after storms touched down in places such as Texas and Oklahoma.  Now many, people are falling victim to scammers looking to make money off of these natural disasters. However, there are some tips to keep…

When buying a new or used car, you may encounter problems with insurance due to your mistakes or other people’s need for personal profit.  These problems may cause increased premiums, meaning you’ll need to pay more every month. Don’t be fooled by scams and be sure to keep yourself safe now for the sake of your future car. Bad Driving History When receiving a moving violation, your auto insurance rates are more likely rise, with the increase in rates varying throughout the country.  A DUI results in the most expensive national average premium increase of 92%.  Reckless driving citations also…