Car Loan Dealers
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Car Loan Dealers
A Car Buying Guide: The Resale Value Of Your Car
By John G. Nuble
Right off the bat, let's clear one thing up. You will not
profit from buying a car unless you intend to, or are already
in the business of buying and selling cars. Depreciation will
decrease the value of your car the longer you use it, no matter
what. It isn't an investment, so no matter how you carefully
treat it, you can never make the money you bought your car with
back, much more make a profit off it.
Now with that out of the way, here are some tips to guide you
in your car buying expedition, particularly if you do not
intend to keep the car for life. These are tips to maintain the
substantial resale value of your new car. Think of it as
accepting the fate that your first car buying experience will
have to end in a break-up.
- Stick with classic colors and options. A neon green car may
strike your fancy, even if no one really understands why, but
buying a car fit for resale entails sticking to the basics.
- Remember that setting up the car's engines, audio and detail
accessories will not necessarily boost the resale value of your
car. Why juice it up anyway if you know you want a more
expensive car for keeps down the financially stable road?
- There are some detailing jobs that will remain classic resale
boosts: a nice stereo, sun roofs and leather seats.
- Buying a car that is easily maintained helps, too. Readily
available parts and a familiar engine will keep maintenance
hassles to a minimum. Polish it, have regular check ups and get
multi-point inspections done.
- Think about safety when buying a car. Check if the latest
technologies in car safety are present in the car. A safe car
is a more resalable car than muscle-packed, speed mobiles.
Check for airbags, anti-lock breaks, traction control,
electronic stability and side airbags.
- Look for technological adaptability when buying cars. Take
heed from future-minded car manufacturers that make simple cars
that can house future technological advances.
- Take a look at the prospect ten years later when buying cars.
Think if it fits the baseline profile of its type: compact,
sports, luxury, SUV etc. In short, know what buyers expect from
these types of cars.
- Don't go wild with it. A souped up vinyl tattered car is a
hard sell. Think about this before buying a car that costs more
and you plan to turn into a customized bullet.
- Keep your region in mind. Certain features and styles are
expected in certain regions dependent on the terrain and
lifestyle. Why settle for buying a compact car in a mountain
filled county?
- Despite the rising costs of fuel world wide, it is still a
safe bet to decide on buying a car that has a bigger engine.
The logic of which still escapes some.
- Beware of monthly payments for navigation systems and in car
communications systems when buying cars.
Finally, learn to buy a car that you'll enjoy. Financial advice
is wise, but worthless if you ride a vehicle you didn't want to
be caught dead in when you were still fantasizing about buying
your car.
About the Author: John G. Nuble 2005. For up to date links and
information about car buying, please go to:
http://car-buying-guide.us/
Source: http://www.isnare.com
By John G. Nuble
Right off the bat, let's clear one thing up. You will not
profit from buying a car unless you intend to, or are already
in the business of buying and selling cars. Depreciation will
decrease the value of your car the longer you use it, no matter
what. It isn't an investment, so no matter how you carefully
treat it, you can never make the money you bought your car with
back, much more make a profit off it.
Now with that out of the way, here are some tips to guide you
in your car buying expedition, particularly if you do not
intend to keep the car for life. These are tips to maintain the
substantial resale value of your new car. Think of it as
accepting the fate that your first car buying experience will
have to end in a break-up.
- Stick with classic colors and options. A neon green car may
strike your fancy, even if no one really understands why, but
buying a car fit for resale entails sticking to the basics.
- Remember that setting up the car's engines, audio and detail
accessories will not necessarily boost the resale value of your
car. Why juice it up anyway if you know you want a more
expensive car for keeps down the financially stable road?
- There are some detailing jobs that will remain classic resale
boosts: a nice stereo, sun roofs and leather seats.
- Buying a car that is easily maintained helps, too. Readily
available parts and a familiar engine will keep maintenance
hassles to a minimum. Polish it, have regular check ups and get
multi-point inspections done.
- Think about safety when buying a car. Check if the latest
technologies in car safety are present in the car. A safe car
is a more resalable car than muscle-packed, speed mobiles.
Check for airbags, anti-lock breaks, traction control,
electronic stability and side airbags.
- Look for technological adaptability when buying cars. Take
heed from future-minded car manufacturers that make simple cars
that can house future technological advances.
- Take a look at the prospect ten years later when buying cars.
Think if it fits the baseline profile of its type: compact,
sports, luxury, SUV etc. In short, know what buyers expect from
these types of cars.
- Don't go wild with it. A souped up vinyl tattered car is a
hard sell. Think about this before buying a car that costs more
and you plan to turn into a customized bullet.
- Keep your region in mind. Certain features and styles are
expected in certain regions dependent on the terrain and
lifestyle. Why settle for buying a compact car in a mountain
filled county?
- Despite the rising costs of fuel world wide, it is still a
safe bet to decide on buying a car that has a bigger engine.
The logic of which still escapes some.
- Beware of monthly payments for navigation systems and in car
communications systems when buying cars.
Finally, learn to buy a car that you'll enjoy. Financial advice
is wise, but worthless if you ride a vehicle you didn't want to
be caught dead in when you were still fantasizing about buying
your car.
About the Author: John G. Nuble 2005. For up to date links and
information about car buying, please go to:
http://car-buying-guide.us/
Source: http://www.isnare.com
Friday, July 27, 2007
Car Loan Dealers
Car Loan After Bankruptcy
By Terje Ellingsen
Although a car loan after bankruptcy is difficult to obtain, it
is not impossible. While a bad credit loan is fairly easy to
obtain in today's competitive finance market, the situation is
different with any loans or credits after bankruptcy. So the
question you must ask and which I will try to answer is: Can I
get a vehicle loan after I filed a bankruptcy? And my answer
is: Yes you can. Then you may ask; how? Well, here are the
options:
- You can get an unsecured loan, but you have to wait two to
three years after you filed bankruptcy or
- You can get a loan even the day after you filed bankruptcy,
if you have collateral or
- If you have made a down payment in order you can apply for a
loan from a company who specialize in bad credit financing.
The internet is a good place to find the lenders and all
information you need. Be aware that most finance companies will
refuse your application until 3 years after you filed
bankruptcy. There are companies out there however, that are
more keen than the majority to grant you an after bankruptcy
car loan - the challenge is to find them. One way is to search
for and join a credit union. A union is an organization with
the purpose of helping it's members financially. The
probability of getting a loan after bankruptcy is higher with a
credit union than with other companies.
Whatever you do to get a loan, you have to start rebuilding
your credit immediately. This is the best way to get the
financing you want in the future. There are several ways to do
that. One way is to put all the money you can into a saving
account. Another way is to apply for a prepaid credit card. Be
very careful with paying it off timely every month. This will
increase your credit rate little by little, and your credit
limits will also gradually increase.
A bankruptcy is not the end of the world but an instrument for
giving people a new financial chance. Try all of the advices I
gave you above. If you don't succeed the first time try one
more time or even more than that if necessary. And most
important; start rebuilding your credit today.
About the Author: Terje Brooks Ellingsen is an internet
publisher. He runs the website
http://www.cheap-used-cars.w-eland.com Terje gives advice and
helps people with automotive issues like car loans, see
http://www.cheap-used-cars.w-eland.com/used_car_loans.htm and
car purchasing on the internet, see
http://www.cheap-used-cars.w-eland.com/buy_used_cars.htm.
Source: http://www.isnare.com
By Terje Ellingsen
Although a car loan after bankruptcy is difficult to obtain, it
is not impossible. While a bad credit loan is fairly easy to
obtain in today's competitive finance market, the situation is
different with any loans or credits after bankruptcy. So the
question you must ask and which I will try to answer is: Can I
get a vehicle loan after I filed a bankruptcy? And my answer
is: Yes you can. Then you may ask; how? Well, here are the
options:
- You can get an unsecured loan, but you have to wait two to
three years after you filed bankruptcy or
- You can get a loan even the day after you filed bankruptcy,
if you have collateral or
- If you have made a down payment in order you can apply for a
loan from a company who specialize in bad credit financing.
The internet is a good place to find the lenders and all
information you need. Be aware that most finance companies will
refuse your application until 3 years after you filed
bankruptcy. There are companies out there however, that are
more keen than the majority to grant you an after bankruptcy
car loan - the challenge is to find them. One way is to search
for and join a credit union. A union is an organization with
the purpose of helping it's members financially. The
probability of getting a loan after bankruptcy is higher with a
credit union than with other companies.
Whatever you do to get a loan, you have to start rebuilding
your credit immediately. This is the best way to get the
financing you want in the future. There are several ways to do
that. One way is to put all the money you can into a saving
account. Another way is to apply for a prepaid credit card. Be
very careful with paying it off timely every month. This will
increase your credit rate little by little, and your credit
limits will also gradually increase.
A bankruptcy is not the end of the world but an instrument for
giving people a new financial chance. Try all of the advices I
gave you above. If you don't succeed the first time try one
more time or even more than that if necessary. And most
important; start rebuilding your credit today.
About the Author: Terje Brooks Ellingsen is an internet
publisher. He runs the website
http://www.cheap-used-cars.w-eland.com Terje gives advice and
helps people with automotive issues like car loans, see
http://www.cheap-used-cars.w-eland.com/used_car_loans.htm and
car purchasing on the internet, see
http://www.cheap-used-cars.w-eland.com/buy_used_cars.htm.
Source: http://www.isnare.com
Thursday, July 26, 2007
Car Loan Dealers
Car Loan Quote - Comparing Loan Quotes
By Carrie Reeder
Don't settle for the first auto loan quote that crosses your
path. There are various methods now-a-days in which individuals
can acquire an auto loan. Be sure to compare all the pros and
cons of each method to ensure you are getting the best bang for
your buck. There are four main ways to acquire an auto loan
quote: dealer loans, credit unions, home equity, or with online
quotes.
Dealership Auto Loan
Dealership loans are fairly common. In the past, a dealership
loan was the only way to finance a vehicle. Times have
certainly changed! One thing is certain, dealership loans are
convenient. While you sit and fill out papers for the vehicle
you will purchase, you might as well fill out papers for a loan
to finance that car. Yes, dealership loans are quite simple,
however, sometimes they are not in your best interest.
Convenience doesn't come free. Many times, these loans have
higher interest rates than if you were to find a loan by
yourself.
Credit Unions
Credit unions are a great option for auto financing. They can
quote much larger loan amounts for a lower interest rate that
an auto dealership. Also, the extra time you will spend with a
credit union is not overwhelming. Many times credit unions can
approve you for a loan in mere minutes. Although one extra
phone call needs to be made, there is not much effort on your
end.
Home Equity
A home equity loan is another option for car financing. Using a
home equity loan allows you to purchase your vehicle while using
your home as collateral. On paper, home equity loans may appear
to have a higher interest rate than standard car loans.
However, the fact that the interest you will pay is tax
deductible may present significant advantages.
Online quote
One of the quickest growing industries online is the financing
industry. Now, you can simply go to a credit website and
compare quotes and loan terms. There are even websites where
banks and lenders will compete for your business. This is
beneficial to you because it means lower interest rates and
shorter auto loan terms.
The moral of the story is: be sure to check all options before
signing an auto loan. There are many different methods to get
auto financing quotes. Depending on your situation, each auto
loan method can present certain advantages and disadvantages.
About the Author: View our recommended lenders for Car Finance
Loans http://www.abcloanguide.com/autoloans.shtml.
Source: http://www.isnare.com
By Carrie Reeder
Don't settle for the first auto loan quote that crosses your
path. There are various methods now-a-days in which individuals
can acquire an auto loan. Be sure to compare all the pros and
cons of each method to ensure you are getting the best bang for
your buck. There are four main ways to acquire an auto loan
quote: dealer loans, credit unions, home equity, or with online
quotes.
Dealership Auto Loan
Dealership loans are fairly common. In the past, a dealership
loan was the only way to finance a vehicle. Times have
certainly changed! One thing is certain, dealership loans are
convenient. While you sit and fill out papers for the vehicle
you will purchase, you might as well fill out papers for a loan
to finance that car. Yes, dealership loans are quite simple,
however, sometimes they are not in your best interest.
Convenience doesn't come free. Many times, these loans have
higher interest rates than if you were to find a loan by
yourself.
Credit Unions
Credit unions are a great option for auto financing. They can
quote much larger loan amounts for a lower interest rate that
an auto dealership. Also, the extra time you will spend with a
credit union is not overwhelming. Many times credit unions can
approve you for a loan in mere minutes. Although one extra
phone call needs to be made, there is not much effort on your
end.
Home Equity
A home equity loan is another option for car financing. Using a
home equity loan allows you to purchase your vehicle while using
your home as collateral. On paper, home equity loans may appear
to have a higher interest rate than standard car loans.
However, the fact that the interest you will pay is tax
deductible may present significant advantages.
Online quote
One of the quickest growing industries online is the financing
industry. Now, you can simply go to a credit website and
compare quotes and loan terms. There are even websites where
banks and lenders will compete for your business. This is
beneficial to you because it means lower interest rates and
shorter auto loan terms.
The moral of the story is: be sure to check all options before
signing an auto loan. There are many different methods to get
auto financing quotes. Depending on your situation, each auto
loan method can present certain advantages and disadvantages.
About the Author: View our recommended lenders for Car Finance
Loans http://www.abcloanguide.com/autoloans.shtml.
Source: http://www.isnare.com
Monday, July 23, 2007
Car Loan Dealers
Auto Financing - 5 Ways to Save Money on Your Next Vehicle Loan
By L. Sampson
Don't get stuck with a bad car deal. Here are five ways to walk away from an auto dealership and save money on the vehicle loan.
1. Research Invoice and Make Offer
Never pay sticker price for a new automobile. Before stepping foot on the showroom floor, research the vehicle. Several online websites provide the public with dealership information such as invoice price, hold-backs, rebates, etc. Determine a vehicle's invoice price (the dealer's costs), increase the price by 2%, and make the dealership an offer.
2. Be Flexible
Timing a vehicle purchase is everything. Several auto dealerships establish monthly sales goal. If the targeted sales goal is met or exceeded, the dealership receives a bonus from the manufacturer. On the last day of the month, the dealership is more likely to offer buyer incentives and a good deal on the vehicle. To make room for new shipments, the dealership might sell the vehicle at invoice price.
3. Avoid "No Money Down" Loans
"No money down" vehicle loans are attractive. Buyers can walk into a dealership and drive away in a new vehicle with no out-of-pocket expense. If looking to save money on your next vehicle loan, prepare in-advance and save for a down payment. With a down payment, you'll finance a lesser amount, and qualify for a reduced interest rate.
4. Accept a Short Loan Term
The average loan term is 60 months. To save money on the vehicle, think about accepting a shorter loan term, perhaps 36 or 48 months. Several auto lenders offer better rates on short term loans, and borrowers pay less interest. Of course, a shorter term equals higher payments. Before choosing the traditional five-year term, request an auto loan quote, and review monthly payment amounts for a three-year and four-year loan. Select the loan you can afford.
5. Get Pre-approved
Don't walk into the dealership without a pre-approval letter. If you want to get a low rate loan and save money, compare rates with different lenders. Getting pre-approved for an auto loan takes minutes. Complete an application with your personal bank, credit union, finance company, or online auto loan broker. Go with the lender that offers the best deal.
List of Recommended Auto Financing Companies Online - We maintain a list of recommended, reputable car financing companies online. We update the list regularly.
Recommended Car Loan Companies For People With Bad Credit - If you have credit problems, try applying here first.
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By L. Sampson
Don't get stuck with a bad car deal. Here are five ways to walk away from an auto dealership and save money on the vehicle loan.
1. Research Invoice and Make Offer
Never pay sticker price for a new automobile. Before stepping foot on the showroom floor, research the vehicle. Several online websites provide the public with dealership information such as invoice price, hold-backs, rebates, etc. Determine a vehicle's invoice price (the dealer's costs), increase the price by 2%, and make the dealership an offer.
2. Be Flexible
Timing a vehicle purchase is everything. Several auto dealerships establish monthly sales goal. If the targeted sales goal is met or exceeded, the dealership receives a bonus from the manufacturer. On the last day of the month, the dealership is more likely to offer buyer incentives and a good deal on the vehicle. To make room for new shipments, the dealership might sell the vehicle at invoice price.
3. Avoid "No Money Down" Loans
"No money down" vehicle loans are attractive. Buyers can walk into a dealership and drive away in a new vehicle with no out-of-pocket expense. If looking to save money on your next vehicle loan, prepare in-advance and save for a down payment. With a down payment, you'll finance a lesser amount, and qualify for a reduced interest rate.
4. Accept a Short Loan Term
The average loan term is 60 months. To save money on the vehicle, think about accepting a shorter loan term, perhaps 36 or 48 months. Several auto lenders offer better rates on short term loans, and borrowers pay less interest. Of course, a shorter term equals higher payments. Before choosing the traditional five-year term, request an auto loan quote, and review monthly payment amounts for a three-year and four-year loan. Select the loan you can afford.
5. Get Pre-approved
Don't walk into the dealership without a pre-approval letter. If you want to get a low rate loan and save money, compare rates with different lenders. Getting pre-approved for an auto loan takes minutes. Complete an application with your personal bank, credit union, finance company, or online auto loan broker. Go with the lender that offers the best deal.
List of Recommended Auto Financing Companies Online - We maintain a list of recommended, reputable car financing companies online. We update the list regularly.
Recommended Car Loan Companies For People With Bad Credit - If you have credit problems, try applying here first.
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Car Loan Dealers
Auto Loan - Funding The Car You Always Wanted
By Joseph Kenny
Buying a car is no longer a luxury, but a necessity today. Even
so, owning one is still beyond the reach of the average person.
An auto loan is the answer to overcome this monetary hurdle.
Since a loan would require periodical repayments to be made, an
assessment of the monthly family expenses would be helpful in
deciding how much ought to be allocated toward car repayments.
Though a twenty percent spend from the monthly budget is
advised by expert opinion, it must be determined on a personal
basis, of course.
However, before applying for the car loan, one needs to make
sure what one wants and how much it will cost. The search for a
suitable make and model should begin keeping in mind the
family’s size, lifestyle, and what one can afford. This would
include the options of a new or used machine. A balanced
approach would be best when selecting a model. The sports coupe
may look fabulous, but may not suit your budget, or your needs.
The more sober sedan may be the right one for you.
If you decide in favor of a new machine, being aware of the
manufacturer’s rebates and concessions on offer would be
prudent. Magazines, such as Automotive news, Consumer News, New
Car Price Service, etc., are a rich and reliable source of such
information, which include dealer costs for various makes and
models. You could check for other free deals too, such as
extended warranties, free accessories, etc.
It is a good idea to gather as much information as possible
before actually buying your car. Researching on the web,
talking to various dealers, collecting and studying brochures
and other material would be a good way to begin. In addition,
you could put together a folder with all the information you’ve
garnered, to show the dealer whom you’re buying from, to let him
know exactly what you have in mind. This has the added advantage
of telling your dealer that you are aware of other options
available, along with the prices. You could also keep him
guessing about whether you actually will buy from him, or go to
a competitor, to get the best deal from your car dealer.
You can get your purchase financed through a bank, credit union
or even the dealer, or any other financial institution. The
preferable option would be to get a prior approval from a
credit union, as their interest rates are generally lower than
the bank. Keep in mind that interest rates for new cars are
lower than those applicable to used cars, and that the period
of repayment for the new ones is also longer. However, the
interest rates for a very long repayment schedule of 72 or 84
months will eventually cost much more, which will be advisable
to avoid.
Once you’ve taken care of the nitty-gritty involved in choosing
the car you always wanted and getting the loan for it, drive
home in your dream car, confident that you have got the best
deal against your loan.
About the Author: Joseph Kenny writes for the UK personal
finance sites http://www.ukpersonalloanstore.co.uk and also
http://www.cardguide.co.uk
Source: http://www.isnare.com
By Joseph Kenny
Buying a car is no longer a luxury, but a necessity today. Even
so, owning one is still beyond the reach of the average person.
An auto loan is the answer to overcome this monetary hurdle.
Since a loan would require periodical repayments to be made, an
assessment of the monthly family expenses would be helpful in
deciding how much ought to be allocated toward car repayments.
Though a twenty percent spend from the monthly budget is
advised by expert opinion, it must be determined on a personal
basis, of course.
However, before applying for the car loan, one needs to make
sure what one wants and how much it will cost. The search for a
suitable make and model should begin keeping in mind the
family’s size, lifestyle, and what one can afford. This would
include the options of a new or used machine. A balanced
approach would be best when selecting a model. The sports coupe
may look fabulous, but may not suit your budget, or your needs.
The more sober sedan may be the right one for you.
If you decide in favor of a new machine, being aware of the
manufacturer’s rebates and concessions on offer would be
prudent. Magazines, such as Automotive news, Consumer News, New
Car Price Service, etc., are a rich and reliable source of such
information, which include dealer costs for various makes and
models. You could check for other free deals too, such as
extended warranties, free accessories, etc.
It is a good idea to gather as much information as possible
before actually buying your car. Researching on the web,
talking to various dealers, collecting and studying brochures
and other material would be a good way to begin. In addition,
you could put together a folder with all the information you’ve
garnered, to show the dealer whom you’re buying from, to let him
know exactly what you have in mind. This has the added advantage
of telling your dealer that you are aware of other options
available, along with the prices. You could also keep him
guessing about whether you actually will buy from him, or go to
a competitor, to get the best deal from your car dealer.
You can get your purchase financed through a bank, credit union
or even the dealer, or any other financial institution. The
preferable option would be to get a prior approval from a
credit union, as their interest rates are generally lower than
the bank. Keep in mind that interest rates for new cars are
lower than those applicable to used cars, and that the period
of repayment for the new ones is also longer. However, the
interest rates for a very long repayment schedule of 72 or 84
months will eventually cost much more, which will be advisable
to avoid.
Once you’ve taken care of the nitty-gritty involved in choosing
the car you always wanted and getting the loan for it, drive
home in your dream car, confident that you have got the best
deal against your loan.
About the Author: Joseph Kenny writes for the UK personal
finance sites http://www.ukpersonalloanstore.co.uk and also
http://www.cardguide.co.uk
Source: http://www.isnare.com
Friday, July 20, 2007
Car Loan Dealers
Inexpensive Motor Vehicle Loans Based On Equity
By Kate Ross
Motor vehicle loans, being not so common, have little flexibility in terms of monthly installments’ amounts and thus, many think that if they can’t afford the monthly payments they can’t afford to purchase their dreamed vehicle. But truth is that there are other sources of finance with much better terms.
Motor Vehicle loans based on equity can provide you with all the finance you need and due to the benefits real estate equity provides you can obtain more advantageous loan terms than with regular motor vehicle loans whether they are secured or unsecured. Thus, if you need finance and can’t afford the monthly payments of regular motor vehicle loans, consider loans based on equity as an alternative.
Home Ownership Is A Must
Equity is the difference between the market price of a property and the amount of debt guaranteed by it. Motor Vehicles also have equity when a motor vehicle loan balance is lower than the market price of the vehicle. However, loans based on the available equity of a motor vehicle are not common and when we refer to loans based on equity we mean home equity.
Thus, in order to obtain loans for purchasing motor vehicles based on equity, you’ll need to be a home owner. This limits these loan niche a bit, but yet, those who qualify, can get real great terms on their loans and finance the purchase of their motor vehicles at a really low cost compared to unsecured motor vehicle loans and even to secured motor vehicle loans.
Benefits Of Loans Based On Equity
Loans based on equity carry many benefits compared to loans that are not secured. For starters, getting approved for a loan based on equity is a lot easier. There are fewer credit and income requirements for qualifying and you can also get significantly more advantageous terms on your motor vehicle loan this way.
The interest rates charged for loans based on equity are as low as half the rate of unsecured loan or even more. The repayment programs of these loans are significantly more flexible and you can extend them in order to obtain lower monthly payments so as to fit your budget. And last, but not least, these loans provide higher loan amounts which can let you purchase more expensive motor vehicles without having to resort to leasing contracts or other financial products that in the long run end up being more onerous.
The Cheap Financing Solution
Motor Vehicle Loans based on equity are the perfect solution that combines inexpensive financing with higher loan amounts, both characteristics that come very handy when you want to purchase a motor vehicle. In order to find a lender you can search for motor vehicle loans or home equity loans as not all motor vehicle lenders deal with loans secured with home equity. However, with home equity loans the money can be used for whatever purpose, including motor vehicle purchases.
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Kate Ross is a professional consultant at Speedybadcreditloans.com.
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By Kate Ross
Motor vehicle loans, being not so common, have little flexibility in terms of monthly installments’ amounts and thus, many think that if they can’t afford the monthly payments they can’t afford to purchase their dreamed vehicle. But truth is that there are other sources of finance with much better terms.
Motor Vehicle loans based on equity can provide you with all the finance you need and due to the benefits real estate equity provides you can obtain more advantageous loan terms than with regular motor vehicle loans whether they are secured or unsecured. Thus, if you need finance and can’t afford the monthly payments of regular motor vehicle loans, consider loans based on equity as an alternative.
Home Ownership Is A Must
Equity is the difference between the market price of a property and the amount of debt guaranteed by it. Motor Vehicles also have equity when a motor vehicle loan balance is lower than the market price of the vehicle. However, loans based on the available equity of a motor vehicle are not common and when we refer to loans based on equity we mean home equity.
Thus, in order to obtain loans for purchasing motor vehicles based on equity, you’ll need to be a home owner. This limits these loan niche a bit, but yet, those who qualify, can get real great terms on their loans and finance the purchase of their motor vehicles at a really low cost compared to unsecured motor vehicle loans and even to secured motor vehicle loans.
Benefits Of Loans Based On Equity
Loans based on equity carry many benefits compared to loans that are not secured. For starters, getting approved for a loan based on equity is a lot easier. There are fewer credit and income requirements for qualifying and you can also get significantly more advantageous terms on your motor vehicle loan this way.
The interest rates charged for loans based on equity are as low as half the rate of unsecured loan or even more. The repayment programs of these loans are significantly more flexible and you can extend them in order to obtain lower monthly payments so as to fit your budget. And last, but not least, these loans provide higher loan amounts which can let you purchase more expensive motor vehicles without having to resort to leasing contracts or other financial products that in the long run end up being more onerous.
The Cheap Financing Solution
Motor Vehicle Loans based on equity are the perfect solution that combines inexpensive financing with higher loan amounts, both characteristics that come very handy when you want to purchase a motor vehicle. In order to find a lender you can search for motor vehicle loans or home equity loans as not all motor vehicle lenders deal with loans secured with home equity. However, with home equity loans the money can be used for whatever purpose, including motor vehicle purchases.
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Kate Ross is a professional consultant at Speedybadcreditloans.com.
You can click here to read more useful articles on this and other financial issues.
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Wednesday, July 18, 2007
Car Loan Dealers
New Vehicle Finance: Dealership or Your Own Bank?
By Carrie Reeder
There are so many options when it comes to financing a new vehicle. Should a person secure financing ahead of time, or get financed through the dealership? If a person uses their own lender, should they pick out the vehicle first and then apply for the loan, or vice versa? This article will offer suggestions on who to obtain financing through.
Obtaining Financing First
Using a lending institution beforehand to get financing approved is a smart move
for many reasons. First of all, an approved loan will let the buyer know how
much they can afford and what sort of monthly payments they can anticipate.
There is also the negotiating factor; a person waving a check around will likely
be welcomed eagerly by the dealership since the buyer is obviously serious about
purchasing a car.
Waiting To Obtain Financing
There are times, however, when the dealership can offer lower interest rates.
Special promotion financing can, in fact, be lower than that of a bank or credit
union, although not everyone qualifies for these offers. Sometimes dealers will
be able to secure a better rate than what a buyer has already been approved for
through another lender. Dealerships work with many lenders and have the ability,
on occasion, to greet a buyer back from a test drive with a lower rate. Since a
pre-approved loan agreement from a bank or credit union is not valid until a car
has been purchased, it is perfectly acceptable to not use the loan that was
secured beforehand in a situation like this.
Shop Online
Another option to consider when searching for auto loan financing is to shop for
loans online. Many websites will even allow you to compare loan terms side by
side.
To see a list of recommended lenders for a
car finance company,
or for a car loan
with bad credit and no down payment, visit ABC Loan Guide.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Carrie_Reeder
http://EzineArticles.com/?New-Vehicle-Finance:--Dealership-or-Your-Own-Bank?&id=205727
By Carrie Reeder
There are so many options when it comes to financing a new vehicle. Should a person secure financing ahead of time, or get financed through the dealership? If a person uses their own lender, should they pick out the vehicle first and then apply for the loan, or vice versa? This article will offer suggestions on who to obtain financing through.
Obtaining Financing First
Using a lending institution beforehand to get financing approved is a smart move
for many reasons. First of all, an approved loan will let the buyer know how
much they can afford and what sort of monthly payments they can anticipate.
There is also the negotiating factor; a person waving a check around will likely
be welcomed eagerly by the dealership since the buyer is obviously serious about
purchasing a car.
Waiting To Obtain Financing
There are times, however, when the dealership can offer lower interest rates.
Special promotion financing can, in fact, be lower than that of a bank or credit
union, although not everyone qualifies for these offers. Sometimes dealers will
be able to secure a better rate than what a buyer has already been approved for
through another lender. Dealerships work with many lenders and have the ability,
on occasion, to greet a buyer back from a test drive with a lower rate. Since a
pre-approved loan agreement from a bank or credit union is not valid until a car
has been purchased, it is perfectly acceptable to not use the loan that was
secured beforehand in a situation like this.
Shop Online
Another option to consider when searching for auto loan financing is to shop for
loans online. Many websites will even allow you to compare loan terms side by
side.
To see a list of recommended lenders for a
car finance company,
or for a car loan
with bad credit and no down payment, visit ABC Loan Guide.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Carrie_Reeder
http://EzineArticles.com/?New-Vehicle-Finance:--Dealership-or-Your-Own-Bank?&id=205727
Friday, July 13, 2007
Car Loan Dealers
Travel on Your Own Wheels - Car Loan for Tenant
By Peter Taylor
Car is the one thing which every individual desires to have these days. It is considered as the cheapest and best source to travel short distances the way you want at your own convenience. But a car is not a cheap thing to buy. You need to have enough finances while going for buying your own car. Standard car loans can serve your needs against some security. But… what about the people such as tenants, PG’s, those living with parents, without security to offer as collateral. These people can fulfill there desires through car loans for tenants.
Car loans for tenants are basically unsecured loans for financing cars. These loans don’t require any security or collateral to be offered against the loan amount. To cover up the risk the lender charges a slightly higher interest rate. Still there are enough benefits to look for a car loan for tenant. These loans come with faster approvals so that you don’t have to wait longer for your dream machine. No collateral, so no fear of loosing your property in case of any default in repayments.
Car loan for tenant is the best solution for financing your car, but still there are few things which you need to take care from your side. You should know the exact amount which you need as loan amount. For this you can contact the best car dealers in the market. Negotiation can be made regarding the prices, discounts and additional free accessories on the car. Once you are sure about what you want as loan amount you can look for loan dealers in the market.
Car loans for tenants are not only used for buying new cars but you can also use the loan money for the maintenance of your existing car. Whether it’s an engine upgrade and servicing or paint work on car, installation of accessories such as music systems, power windows or steering, stylish interiors or any other modifications you can do them all with car loans for tenant.
Finding a good loan package may require zeal to find a deal inside you. You need to start your search with financial institutions and banks as this will give you an idea about the rates prevailing in the market. Afterwards you can log on to websites of numerous lenders, sort out the lenders according to interest rates and repayment terms. Choose a combination which suits you the best. It may be a demanding job but it definitely will save lot of your money to be paid out as interest afterwards.
So it can be said that car loans for tenant can get you, your own car which you want to drive out to look distinct among the crowd.
Peter Taylor is a senior financial analyst at BestTenantsLoanUK with an acumen for finance and insurance. In recent years he has taken up to provide independant financial advice through his informative articles. His articles are widely read because of the lucid manner of writing and thoroughly researched datas. To find Car loans for tenants, Unsecured loan tenant UK, Unsecured loan,Fast cash tenant loan, Fast cash loan,Bad credit tenant loan that best suits your need visit http://www.fastcashloantenant.co.uk
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By Peter Taylor
Car is the one thing which every individual desires to have these days. It is considered as the cheapest and best source to travel short distances the way you want at your own convenience. But a car is not a cheap thing to buy. You need to have enough finances while going for buying your own car. Standard car loans can serve your needs against some security. But… what about the people such as tenants, PG’s, those living with parents, without security to offer as collateral. These people can fulfill there desires through car loans for tenants.
Car loans for tenants are basically unsecured loans for financing cars. These loans don’t require any security or collateral to be offered against the loan amount. To cover up the risk the lender charges a slightly higher interest rate. Still there are enough benefits to look for a car loan for tenant. These loans come with faster approvals so that you don’t have to wait longer for your dream machine. No collateral, so no fear of loosing your property in case of any default in repayments.
Car loan for tenant is the best solution for financing your car, but still there are few things which you need to take care from your side. You should know the exact amount which you need as loan amount. For this you can contact the best car dealers in the market. Negotiation can be made regarding the prices, discounts and additional free accessories on the car. Once you are sure about what you want as loan amount you can look for loan dealers in the market.
Car loans for tenants are not only used for buying new cars but you can also use the loan money for the maintenance of your existing car. Whether it’s an engine upgrade and servicing or paint work on car, installation of accessories such as music systems, power windows or steering, stylish interiors or any other modifications you can do them all with car loans for tenant.
Finding a good loan package may require zeal to find a deal inside you. You need to start your search with financial institutions and banks as this will give you an idea about the rates prevailing in the market. Afterwards you can log on to websites of numerous lenders, sort out the lenders according to interest rates and repayment terms. Choose a combination which suits you the best. It may be a demanding job but it definitely will save lot of your money to be paid out as interest afterwards.
So it can be said that car loans for tenant can get you, your own car which you want to drive out to look distinct among the crowd.
Peter Taylor is a senior financial analyst at BestTenantsLoanUK with an acumen for finance and insurance. In recent years he has taken up to provide independant financial advice through his informative articles. His articles are widely read because of the lucid manner of writing and thoroughly researched datas. To find Car loans for tenants, Unsecured loan tenant UK, Unsecured loan,Fast cash tenant loan, Fast cash loan,Bad credit tenant loan that best suits your need visit http://www.fastcashloantenant.co.uk
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Thursday, July 12, 2007
Car Loan Dealer
Shopping For A Car Loan
By Terje Ellingsen
Let's say you have decided to purchase a new or used car and
that you need to prepare for some shopping for a car loan. The
first thing to do is obviously to decide whether you're going
to buy a new or used car, then which make and model you would
like to purchase. The third question you need answered is how
much it cost, and finally what loan amount is needed to finance
it: If you could sell your old car, you do not have to borrow as
much as the car cost.
Now to find the amount of the auto loan you need you just
subtract the amount you expect you can take for your old
vehicle, if you want to sell it. Finally you can start to shop
around for the best automobile loan terms. You should look at
all kinds of vehicle loan lenders such as banks, credit unions,
and private moneylenders.
Which criterias should you look for when comparing the loan
terms of various motorcar loan lenders? First, take a look at
the car finance institution. Is it known for good service, lack
of fraud and other complaints? Have any of your family members
or friends had any experience with the loan company? If yes,
are their experiences good or not so good? Do you know anybody
else who can give you a reference on this car lender? It is
mandatory that you choose a car loan company that is serious.
And since not all of them are, you'd better be on the alert.
The next criteria is the APR or annual percentage rate of the
auto loan. This tells you which amount of interest you have to
pay per year as a percentage of what you owe. It goes without
saying that this is one of the most significant elements in the
car lender selection process, since this is probably the single
factor that impacts the car loan costs most. The time it takes
to pay back the loan is also relevant and important as in
determining the amount you have to pay for your vehichle loan
per month. Calculate the monthly payment if it's not already
done in the offer you have received.
An important thing to take into account is the fees that the
lender adds to the loan. You need to know how much this is both
monthly and for the total loan. After you have got these figures
you are able to calculate the exact monthly payments of your
vehicle loan plus the total finance charge over the lifetime of
the loan. Also calculate the total amount that you have to repay
for the loan, If you not already have got this figure.
With these figures you are now able to compare the offers from
different lenders. Only you know which criteria is the most
significant for you and which features are most appealing
compared to the others.
About the Author: Terje Brooks Ellingsen is an internet
publisher. He runs the website
http://www.cheap-used-cars.w-eland.com Terje gives advice and
helps people with automotive and financial issues like auto
financing, see
http://www.cheap-used-cars.w-eland.com/used_car_loans.htm and
auto insurance, see
http://www.cheap-used-cars.w-eland.com/cheap_car_insura
Source: http://www.isnare.com
By Terje Ellingsen
Let's say you have decided to purchase a new or used car and
that you need to prepare for some shopping for a car loan. The
first thing to do is obviously to decide whether you're going
to buy a new or used car, then which make and model you would
like to purchase. The third question you need answered is how
much it cost, and finally what loan amount is needed to finance
it: If you could sell your old car, you do not have to borrow as
much as the car cost.
Now to find the amount of the auto loan you need you just
subtract the amount you expect you can take for your old
vehicle, if you want to sell it. Finally you can start to shop
around for the best automobile loan terms. You should look at
all kinds of vehicle loan lenders such as banks, credit unions,
and private moneylenders.
Which criterias should you look for when comparing the loan
terms of various motorcar loan lenders? First, take a look at
the car finance institution. Is it known for good service, lack
of fraud and other complaints? Have any of your family members
or friends had any experience with the loan company? If yes,
are their experiences good or not so good? Do you know anybody
else who can give you a reference on this car lender? It is
mandatory that you choose a car loan company that is serious.
And since not all of them are, you'd better be on the alert.
The next criteria is the APR or annual percentage rate of the
auto loan. This tells you which amount of interest you have to
pay per year as a percentage of what you owe. It goes without
saying that this is one of the most significant elements in the
car lender selection process, since this is probably the single
factor that impacts the car loan costs most. The time it takes
to pay back the loan is also relevant and important as in
determining the amount you have to pay for your vehichle loan
per month. Calculate the monthly payment if it's not already
done in the offer you have received.
An important thing to take into account is the fees that the
lender adds to the loan. You need to know how much this is both
monthly and for the total loan. After you have got these figures
you are able to calculate the exact monthly payments of your
vehicle loan plus the total finance charge over the lifetime of
the loan. Also calculate the total amount that you have to repay
for the loan, If you not already have got this figure.
With these figures you are now able to compare the offers from
different lenders. Only you know which criteria is the most
significant for you and which features are most appealing
compared to the others.
About the Author: Terje Brooks Ellingsen is an internet
publisher. He runs the website
http://www.cheap-used-cars.w-eland.com Terje gives advice and
helps people with automotive and financial issues like auto
financing, see
http://www.cheap-used-cars.w-eland.com/used_car_loans.htm and
auto insurance, see
http://www.cheap-used-cars.w-eland.com/cheap_car_insura
Source: http://www.isnare.com
Tuesday, July 10, 2007
Car Loan Dealers
Buying A Car - Preparing Yourself For A Car Loan
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Apurva_Shree]Apurva Shree
While buying a new car, the first thing that comes into ones mind is the price. Salaried people usually prefer to take car loans instead of paying the entire amount outright. Before you go to the showroom, prepare yourself with all the information you require to finance your new car purchase with a car loan and preferably a low interest car loan.
Take a long hard look at your financial condition and zero in on the budget – the maximum price you are willing to pay for the car of your choice. Once you have finalized that, decide on the amount of money you can afford to shell out as a down payment for the car loan. This would have a direct impact on what you can comfortably afford to pay every month as car loan repayment.
Do Your Homework Before Taking A Car Loan
Entering a car showroom without doing an extensive market research is foolhardy – you are at the mercy of the smiling car salesperson! With the advent of internet, market research has never been easier! Look around for dealers and banks offering low interest car loans. Use a search engine intelligently and you will find quite a few websites that allow a person to calculate the monthly installments he would require to pay on car loans based on the price of the car, the interest rates, and the tenure.
Getting “fast approval car loans” will be simpler if you can prove a good credit history and income. Keep in mind, low interest car loans and fast approval car loans do not go hand in hand all the time. In order to get a car loan approved within hours you may have to face high interest rates, ridiculously short repayment period or even lower loan amount! That would mean that you would have to shell out more money from your pockets in order to avoid high monthly payments on car loans. The challenge is finding a financial institution or a car dealer who offers low interest car loans together with a reasonably fast approval.
Buying a car involves big money. Do not stop after enquiring with a 2-3 dealers or banks. What you may think as low interest rate car loan may actually seem high if you look at what the fourth has to offer! Knowing what is on offer in the market will prevent those lightning bolts falling on your head when the dealer utters the interest rates and the monthly installments you are to pay on the car loan for the next 5 years.
The decision to take a car loan, or for that matter, any loan will affect your finances for a few years. Plan well before taking a so-called fast approval car loan. Try not to change your regular lifestyle drastically because of an expensive car. Think of your other financial commitments. Do not jump at the thought of buying a sexy looking sports car, when what you need regularly is a spacious family car for four and a pet. Think carefully about what you need and what you would love to have- if the difference turns out to be too much, use your practical sense!
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By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Apurva_Shree]Apurva Shree
While buying a new car, the first thing that comes into ones mind is the price. Salaried people usually prefer to take car loans instead of paying the entire amount outright. Before you go to the showroom, prepare yourself with all the information you require to finance your new car purchase with a car loan and preferably a low interest car loan.
Take a long hard look at your financial condition and zero in on the budget – the maximum price you are willing to pay for the car of your choice. Once you have finalized that, decide on the amount of money you can afford to shell out as a down payment for the car loan. This would have a direct impact on what you can comfortably afford to pay every month as car loan repayment.
Do Your Homework Before Taking A Car Loan
Entering a car showroom without doing an extensive market research is foolhardy – you are at the mercy of the smiling car salesperson! With the advent of internet, market research has never been easier! Look around for dealers and banks offering low interest car loans. Use a search engine intelligently and you will find quite a few websites that allow a person to calculate the monthly installments he would require to pay on car loans based on the price of the car, the interest rates, and the tenure.
Getting “fast approval car loans” will be simpler if you can prove a good credit history and income. Keep in mind, low interest car loans and fast approval car loans do not go hand in hand all the time. In order to get a car loan approved within hours you may have to face high interest rates, ridiculously short repayment period or even lower loan amount! That would mean that you would have to shell out more money from your pockets in order to avoid high monthly payments on car loans. The challenge is finding a financial institution or a car dealer who offers low interest car loans together with a reasonably fast approval.
Buying a car involves big money. Do not stop after enquiring with a 2-3 dealers or banks. What you may think as low interest rate car loan may actually seem high if you look at what the fourth has to offer! Knowing what is on offer in the market will prevent those lightning bolts falling on your head when the dealer utters the interest rates and the monthly installments you are to pay on the car loan for the next 5 years.
The decision to take a car loan, or for that matter, any loan will affect your finances for a few years. Plan well before taking a so-called fast approval car loan. Try not to change your regular lifestyle drastically because of an expensive car. Think of your other financial commitments. Do not jump at the thought of buying a sexy looking sports car, when what you need regularly is a spacious family car for four and a pet. Think carefully about what you need and what you would love to have- if the difference turns out to be too much, use your practical sense!
When you are planning to buy a car and Need a Car loan, you should try to get a [http://www.lowinterestcarloan.info/lowinterestcarloans.html]low interest car loan. These days, its very easy to get a [http://www.lowinterestcarloan.info/instantcarloan.html]instant car loan. Read on more at [http://www.lowinterestcarloan.info]Low-Interest-Car-Loan.Info to find how you need to prepare yourself mentally and financially before making the big purchase.
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Monday, July 9, 2007
Car Loan Dealers
Get A Free Car Loan Calculator Online
By Terje Ellingsen
With a car loan calculator you'll got a valuable tool. You can
apply an auto loan calculator in three very useful ways;
1. determine a car loans total costs
2. determine your estimated monthly car loan payments
3. find the right auto financing alternatives for you.
A loan calculator is available for free on many loan websites.
It contains a few fields like the loan amount, interest rate,
payback time etc. All you have to do is to fill in these few
cells of information and in a second you'll have a report about
how much the car loan will cost you in total as well as your
monthly payments. In such a loan calculator you'll virtually
have the full control of the operations as well as your input.
You can type in and change the values in any of the fields to
check different financing scenarios. And this is a great
feature when comparing offers from different auto lenders. Most
of the loan calculators are user friendly loan amortization
software.
As I said before, many online car lender websites provide a
vehicle loan calculator which you can use for free. Be aware
though that this is a part of the promotion of their own loans
and that the rates they give or input as default is not the
same as a loan quote. Therefore you should use this calculator
as a guidance only before you have received any auto loan
offers. However what you can do, while at the same time being
very useful is to simulate different financial situations by
manipulating or changing the various values of the calculator's
fields. Let's say that you want to pay your car loan off in as
short a time as possible. Then you can see how much you have to
pay per month and compare this with the maximum amount you can
pay for different levels of interest rates. If you have very
little money right now, you can choose the max pay back time
and see how little you have to pay per month at different
interest rate levels, and thus see if you are able to take a
loan at all right now. Later when your financial situation has
changed you can adjust the pay back time for the loan.
After you have been searching on the internet, applied for a
few car loans and received a few offers from various vehicle
lenders, you can use the loan calculator to compare the
different offers. You can even get a special comparison vehicle
loan calculator. You now know the quotes from the various loan
companies and this will therefore be a reliable comparison and
it will also show your pay back plan with the monthly amounts
exactly. This assures you that
* you do not have to pay more than you are able to
* you choose the best loan
* you can negotiate with other lenders when you already are
backed with a good loan offer - if that is what you want
When you choose a vehicle loan calculator make sure it make it
allows you to put in all the necessary information to calculate
the real cost of the loan which means that all kind of fees and
provisions are covered. It should also include options for
extra, skipped and late payments as well as lump sum payments.
Graphs are nice to have but not necessary. An export facility
of data to HTML or CSV is a very useful feature though.
Although most loan calculators are free, some offer a paid
upgrade or free trial versions for more advanced features.
About the Author: Terje Brooks Ellingsen is an internet
publisher. He runs the website
http://www.cheap-used-cars.w-eland.com Terje helps people with
automotive and financial issues like car loans, see
http://www.cheap-used-cars.w-eland.com/used_car_loans.htm and
car insurance online, see
http://www.cheap-used-cars.w-eland.com/cheap_car_insurance.htm
Source: http://www.isnare.com
By Terje Ellingsen
With a car loan calculator you'll got a valuable tool. You can
apply an auto loan calculator in three very useful ways;
1. determine a car loans total costs
2. determine your estimated monthly car loan payments
3. find the right auto financing alternatives for you.
A loan calculator is available for free on many loan websites.
It contains a few fields like the loan amount, interest rate,
payback time etc. All you have to do is to fill in these few
cells of information and in a second you'll have a report about
how much the car loan will cost you in total as well as your
monthly payments. In such a loan calculator you'll virtually
have the full control of the operations as well as your input.
You can type in and change the values in any of the fields to
check different financing scenarios. And this is a great
feature when comparing offers from different auto lenders. Most
of the loan calculators are user friendly loan amortization
software.
As I said before, many online car lender websites provide a
vehicle loan calculator which you can use for free. Be aware
though that this is a part of the promotion of their own loans
and that the rates they give or input as default is not the
same as a loan quote. Therefore you should use this calculator
as a guidance only before you have received any auto loan
offers. However what you can do, while at the same time being
very useful is to simulate different financial situations by
manipulating or changing the various values of the calculator's
fields. Let's say that you want to pay your car loan off in as
short a time as possible. Then you can see how much you have to
pay per month and compare this with the maximum amount you can
pay for different levels of interest rates. If you have very
little money right now, you can choose the max pay back time
and see how little you have to pay per month at different
interest rate levels, and thus see if you are able to take a
loan at all right now. Later when your financial situation has
changed you can adjust the pay back time for the loan.
After you have been searching on the internet, applied for a
few car loans and received a few offers from various vehicle
lenders, you can use the loan calculator to compare the
different offers. You can even get a special comparison vehicle
loan calculator. You now know the quotes from the various loan
companies and this will therefore be a reliable comparison and
it will also show your pay back plan with the monthly amounts
exactly. This assures you that
* you do not have to pay more than you are able to
* you choose the best loan
* you can negotiate with other lenders when you already are
backed with a good loan offer - if that is what you want
When you choose a vehicle loan calculator make sure it make it
allows you to put in all the necessary information to calculate
the real cost of the loan which means that all kind of fees and
provisions are covered. It should also include options for
extra, skipped and late payments as well as lump sum payments.
Graphs are nice to have but not necessary. An export facility
of data to HTML or CSV is a very useful feature though.
Although most loan calculators are free, some offer a paid
upgrade or free trial versions for more advanced features.
About the Author: Terje Brooks Ellingsen is an internet
publisher. He runs the website
http://www.cheap-used-cars.w-eland.com Terje helps people with
automotive and financial issues like car loans, see
http://www.cheap-used-cars.w-eland.com/used_car_loans.htm and
car insurance online, see
http://www.cheap-used-cars.w-eland.com/cheap_car_insurance.htm
Source: http://www.isnare.com
Friday, July 6, 2007
Car Loan dealers
Money for Your Car – Secured Car Loans
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Pamella_Scott]Pamella Scott
Imagine a situation, you are getting late for your office, you run towards bus stop in hope of getting bus, but when you reach there, you find that the bus has left. Then you again start finding taxis to reach your destination. This is the story of most of people these days. A car is the most convenient and accessible way to eliminate such situations. But financing a car on your own is not everybody’s cup of tea. Sometime you have to rely on financial support in form of secured car loan when you are lacking enough finances.
People consider a secured car loan only for buying cars but the truth is that you can use the secured car loans to cater any of your expenses related to car. You can use the loan amount for engine upgrade, paint work, buying accessories such as music systems, interiors, power windows and power steering, repairs and any other modification for your existing car.
You must be thinking about banks and financial institutions for financing your car, but do you know that private lenders are much better option to get the secured car loans. How???........ The answer is private lenders are private lenders are more open towards borrower point of view and offer you loans at low rates with faster approvals.
Secured car loans are secured by the car itself so you should be very attentive in making the repayments on time to avoid the collateral and credit loss. It is recommended to borrow amounts which you can able to repay afterwards out of your sources as other than repayments, cost of maintaining your car (i.e. petrol etc) are also added to your monthly expenditure.
You need to plan your purpose before going for any deal in secured car loan to ensure the efficient use of the money. This is done by going to car dealers, getting the prices of the car, comparing the prices, negotiating with dealers for discounts, additional accessories and car insurance which most of the car dealers provide these days. Also determine your share in financing your car to know the exact amount which you need as a loan.
Every this is done???......now comes the most important task of searching for a good secured car loan dealer. Instead of visiting lenders personally you can visit the large number of loan websites to get the free quotes which you can compare easily with the help of online comparison tools to get the deal of your choice as a secured car loan.
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By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Pamella_Scott]Pamella Scott
Imagine a situation, you are getting late for your office, you run towards bus stop in hope of getting bus, but when you reach there, you find that the bus has left. Then you again start finding taxis to reach your destination. This is the story of most of people these days. A car is the most convenient and accessible way to eliminate such situations. But financing a car on your own is not everybody’s cup of tea. Sometime you have to rely on financial support in form of secured car loan when you are lacking enough finances.
People consider a secured car loan only for buying cars but the truth is that you can use the secured car loans to cater any of your expenses related to car. You can use the loan amount for engine upgrade, paint work, buying accessories such as music systems, interiors, power windows and power steering, repairs and any other modification for your existing car.
You must be thinking about banks and financial institutions for financing your car, but do you know that private lenders are much better option to get the secured car loans. How???........ The answer is private lenders are private lenders are more open towards borrower point of view and offer you loans at low rates with faster approvals.
Secured car loans are secured by the car itself so you should be very attentive in making the repayments on time to avoid the collateral and credit loss. It is recommended to borrow amounts which you can able to repay afterwards out of your sources as other than repayments, cost of maintaining your car (i.e. petrol etc) are also added to your monthly expenditure.
You need to plan your purpose before going for any deal in secured car loan to ensure the efficient use of the money. This is done by going to car dealers, getting the prices of the car, comparing the prices, negotiating with dealers for discounts, additional accessories and car insurance which most of the car dealers provide these days. Also determine your share in financing your car to know the exact amount which you need as a loan.
Every this is done???......now comes the most important task of searching for a good secured car loan dealer. Instead of visiting lenders personally you can visit the large number of loan websites to get the free quotes which you can compare easily with the help of online comparison tools to get the deal of your choice as a secured car loan.
Pamella Scott is an author who can certainly identify your kind of loan. An unprepared borrower might find it very confusing to get out of the jargon of loans in UK. A loans borrower/user demands for timely, reliable, accessible, comprehensive, relevant and consistent loan service. To find Secured loans, [http://www.easyfinance4u.com/secured_car_loan.html]secured car loans, unsecured holiday loans, secured home improvement loans in uk that best suits your need visit http://www.easyfinance4u.com
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Wednesday, July 4, 2007
Car Loan Dealers
Used Car Bankruptcy Loans
By Seth Miller
Used car bankruptcy loans are available to persons who have recently filed for bankruptcy. There are many business enterprises extending bad credit used car loan programs to people who have faced bankruptcy, foreclosure, and repossessions. Car dealers themselves may provide the loan, or you can get it from other sources.
Once a person is declared bankrupt, it is vital for him to establish a new credit account before opting for a mortgage loan. The only way to improve his credit score is to maintain regular payments after bankruptcy. It is recommended to wait for at least six months before applying for another loan. This is because immediately after bankruptcy, the interest rate charged on auto loans is usually much higher than that for an average loan. This, in turn, will increase your monthly car payment. However, with a sizable down payment, it is easier for borrowers with bad credit to obtain financing for a used vehicle.
If you are taking the used car bankruptcy loan from the dealer himself, make sure to get the used car checked out by an independent mechanic. If the dealer does not encourage an appraisal of the car, it is a clear indication that the car has some problems.
Economic forecasts indicate that auto loan interest rates are likely to fall in future. To obtain an auto loan is a lot easier these days, regardless of creditworthiness. There are quite a few options available for selecting an appropriate lender for financing a car. Nowadays, not only are banks and credit unions providing used car bankruptcy loans to people with flawed credit, so are many finance companies. Applying for a used car loan through the Internet can save money and time. Many firms provide online financing assistance with used car loans for people with bad credit.
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By Seth Miller
Used car bankruptcy loans are available to persons who have recently filed for bankruptcy. There are many business enterprises extending bad credit used car loan programs to people who have faced bankruptcy, foreclosure, and repossessions. Car dealers themselves may provide the loan, or you can get it from other sources.
Once a person is declared bankrupt, it is vital for him to establish a new credit account before opting for a mortgage loan. The only way to improve his credit score is to maintain regular payments after bankruptcy. It is recommended to wait for at least six months before applying for another loan. This is because immediately after bankruptcy, the interest rate charged on auto loans is usually much higher than that for an average loan. This, in turn, will increase your monthly car payment. However, with a sizable down payment, it is easier for borrowers with bad credit to obtain financing for a used vehicle.
If you are taking the used car bankruptcy loan from the dealer himself, make sure to get the used car checked out by an independent mechanic. If the dealer does not encourage an appraisal of the car, it is a clear indication that the car has some problems.
Economic forecasts indicate that auto loan interest rates are likely to fall in future. To obtain an auto loan is a lot easier these days, regardless of creditworthiness. There are quite a few options available for selecting an appropriate lender for financing a car. Nowadays, not only are banks and credit unions providing used car bankruptcy loans to people with flawed credit, so are many finance companies. Applying for a used car loan through the Internet can save money and time. Many firms provide online financing assistance with used car loans for people with bad credit.
Bankruptcy Loans provides detailed information on Bankruptcy Home Equity Loan, Bankruptcy Home Loans, Bankruptcy Loans, Bankruptcy Payday Loans and more. Bankruptcy Loans is affiliated with Personal Bank Loans.
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Tuesday, July 3, 2007
Car Loan Dealers
A Secret Credit Score Your Car Dealer Won't Tell You About
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Stephen_Snyder] Stephen Snyder
You're ready to buy a new car.
You've done all your homework.
You know your three FICO credit scores.
You determine that your highest FICO credit score is from Equifax (also known as your BEACON score).
So, you find a car dealer who uses your highest score (which increases your opportunity to get approved at a good rate).
You get to the dealership and ignore all the salespeople by going directly to the finance director's office.
But as the finance director reviews your credit file in front of you...you can't help but think something is wrong.
Sure enough...the dealer says your Equifax/BEACON score isn't high enough for their lowest interest rate.
How can this be? You just checked your FICO credit scores through www.myfico.com/12 a few hours ago. It's possible—although unlikely—the information on your credit report has changed and that your scores have decreased since you last checked them. Remember, your credit scores are dynamic and will change whenever information on your credit reports changes.
Your credit reports can change several times each month as new information is added or updated by your lenders. But more than likely, your scores wouldn't change in this situation (especially if there were only a few hours between when you checked your scores and when the dealership reviewed your credit reports).
So, if your credit reports didn't change, why is the finance director staring at your scores with such a discouraging face?
Car Dealers Can Use "Different" FICO Scores Than The Ones You See
The car dealer is probably using what is known as the FICO Auto Industry Option score instead of a traditional FICO credit score. You see, car dealers not only get to select the credit reporting agency they receive FICO credit scores from...they also get to decide if they will use a traditional FICO credit score or a variation of a FICO score called an Auto Industry Option score.
What's the difference between these two types of scores?
Not a whole lot to most people...but there's enough variation to make the majority of auto lenders use the Auto Industry Option score. The real difference between the two scores is that the Auto Industry Option score pays a lot more attention to how you handled previous auto credit.
- Have you made late payments on a current or previous auto loan or lease?
- Have you ever settled an auto loan or lease for less than you owed?
- Have you had a car repossessed?
- Have you had an auto account sent to collections?
- Did you include your car loan or lease in your bankruptcy?
Those actions will affect your Auto Industry Option score more than they'll affect your traditional FICO score. Bottom line, if you handled your previous auto credit perfectly, you should have a high FICO Auto Industry Option score—that's a good thing.
But what if you've had a few bumps in the auto credit road in the past? You guessed it...your Auto Industry Option score will be lower. You'll be perceived as a greater credit risk and the auto lender may either deny you or use your lower score to justify charging you a higher interest rate.
You see, auto lenders are different than other types of lenders. And I'm not talking about their slimy ways, leisure suits, short ties, manly hairy chests, or gold bling.
A lot of other lenders look at your whole credit picture to determine whether or not to give you a loan. But many auto lenders care about only one thing...how you handled your past AUTO credit. That's what a FICO Auto Industry Option Score gives car dealers—a way to pinpoint how you've handled what matters to them the most.
So, even if everything else on your credit reports went down the toilet after your bankruptcy, if you didn't include your auto loan in your bankruptcy and never defaulted or missed a car payment, your Auto Industry scores will probably be better than your traditional FICO scores!
What a Former Auto Finance Director Revealed to Me
I recently spoke with a former finance director, and this is what she told me...
"So many people I have helped couldn't believe their scores were so high with the FICO Auto Industry Option score. They had included all their credit card debt and their mortgage in their bankruptcy, but they reaffirmed their auto loan. What's good about the auto score is that it truly helps the auto lender concentrate on what is important—how the customer handles his/her auto loans.
By our dealership having the auto enhanced FICO, it helped 30% or more of our customers get better rates."
I don't believe I'm going to say this, but I think I may actually have found something good to say about car dealers! Well, some of them, anyway...
As you can see, the FICO auto scores can work in your favor, if they are used correctly.
OK, I just wouldn't be able to live with myself if I only said good things about car dealers.
So, in the interest of fair and balanced reporting, here's how to protect yourself against slimy car dealers that can use your FICO Auto Industry Option
scores against you...
A Dirty Trick Car Dealers Can Play with Your FICO Scores
Let's imagine your Equifax/Beacon FICO score is 585. Not too good. With a score that low, if you do get approved for a car loan, you'll probably wind up with a high interest rate and high monthly payment.
So you go to a dealership and talk with the finance director and tell him your Equifax FICO score is 585. The finance director then reviews your FICO Auto Industry Option score. And, unknown to you, this score is actually higher than the Equifax/Beacon FICO score you pulled.
With this higher score, you'll get approved at a better rate...right?
Not necessarily!
Here's what unscrupulous car dealers can do. They won't tell you that your auto score is higher than your traditional score!
They figure they have a sucker sitting in front of them. So they'll try to get you financed at a higher rate based on the lower FICO score (thus making more profit for themselves).
How Some Car Dealers "Play the Spread" to Get You to Pay More
Now check this out...
It's possible that a car dealer has the ability to pull your traditional FICO scores AND your FICO auto scores. That means they'll have six scores on you. It's a guarantee that some of those scores are going to be higher than the others. So which ones will they use when trying to get you financed?
It depends.
Are you familiar with the term "spread"? It's how car dealers make money when they finance you. If they can quote you a higher interest rate than you deserve—then they stand to make a nice chunk of change from the bank that finances you.
The only way to make a killer "spread" is to make you think that you have lower scores.
So, what can you do?
Don't despair...I can help you.
How to Use Your FICO Scores to Your Advantage when Buying a Car
Fortunately, you don't have to fall for their dirty tricks. Now that you know all about FICO Auto Industry Option scores, you can protect yourself. Here's what I suggest...
1. When you first walk into the finance director's office, don't tell him what your FICO scores are. Wait until he reviews the scores himself. Then ask him what your scores are.
2. If the scores he reviewed are higher than the ones you have, don't say anything and just go by his scores.
3. However, if your scores are higher, then pull them out and show him. If he has a choice in the type of scores he can use, there's a possibility that he'll be able to use your highest score. And, it will let him know that he doesn't have a fool sitting in front of him. He can't take advantage of you!
How do you find out what your FICO Auto Industry Option scores are before you walk into a car dealership?
You can't.
Sorry. They're not for sale—at any price. Only lenders have access to them.
FICO would like to sell them...but there just isn't enough demand. I mean seriously, up until you read this article, had you ever heard of the FICO Auto Industry Option score?
Exactly.
Remember, we were just given access to purchase all three of our traditional FICO credit scores on June 11, 2003 at 8:00 a.m. (I actually got misty that day...what a geek I am.)
Only a very small percentage of the population even knows they have three FICO credit scores...let alone three Auto Industry Option scores.
So How Can You Use This Information to Help You Get Your Next New Car Financed at the Best Interest Rate
1. First, get your three credit reports. If you handled your previous auto credit well—your FICO Auto Industry Option scores will be higher than your traditional FICO scores. So expect more from the lender.
2. You can also ask the lender to show you their tier levels. Tiers are basically charts lenders use that have different interest rates based on your scores. You want to see which tier your fall in. To see an example of an auto lender's tier schedule, click here.
3. If they won't show you...at least have them break it down verbally for you. (Personally, I like to see it with my own eyes, as I never believe a word that comes out of most car dealers' mouths.)
4. If you've handled your auto credit poorly...then you should simply try to find an auto lender that uses just the traditional FICO credit scores. When you find a lender that uses a traditional FICO credit score, you'll have your best chance to get the lowest interest rate.
5. Start by calling dealerships and asking the finance director if they use a traditional FICO credit score to make their lending decision or if they use the FICO Auto Industry Option score.
These steps will get you headed in the right direction. This won't be easy, as a lot of car dealers use the FICO Auto Industry Option score.
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You're ready to buy a new car.
You've done all your homework.
You know your three FICO credit scores.
You determine that your highest FICO credit score is from Equifax (also known as your BEACON score).
So, you find a car dealer who uses your highest score (which increases your opportunity to get approved at a good rate).
You get to the dealership and ignore all the salespeople by going directly to the finance director's office.
But as the finance director reviews your credit file in front of you...you can't help but think something is wrong.
Sure enough...the dealer says your Equifax/BEACON score isn't high enough for their lowest interest rate.
How can this be? You just checked your FICO credit scores through www.myfico.com/12 a few hours ago. It's possible—although unlikely—the information on your credit report has changed and that your scores have decreased since you last checked them. Remember, your credit scores are dynamic and will change whenever information on your credit reports changes.
Your credit reports can change several times each month as new information is added or updated by your lenders. But more than likely, your scores wouldn't change in this situation (especially if there were only a few hours between when you checked your scores and when the dealership reviewed your credit reports).
So, if your credit reports didn't change, why is the finance director staring at your scores with such a discouraging face?
Car Dealers Can Use "Different" FICO Scores Than The Ones You See
The car dealer is probably using what is known as the FICO Auto Industry Option score instead of a traditional FICO credit score. You see, car dealers not only get to select the credit reporting agency they receive FICO credit scores from...they also get to decide if they will use a traditional FICO credit score or a variation of a FICO score called an Auto Industry Option score.
What's the difference between these two types of scores?
Not a whole lot to most people...but there's enough variation to make the majority of auto lenders use the Auto Industry Option score. The real difference between the two scores is that the Auto Industry Option score pays a lot more attention to how you handled previous auto credit.
- Have you made late payments on a current or previous auto loan or lease?
- Have you ever settled an auto loan or lease for less than you owed?
- Have you had a car repossessed?
- Have you had an auto account sent to collections?
- Did you include your car loan or lease in your bankruptcy?
Those actions will affect your Auto Industry Option score more than they'll affect your traditional FICO score. Bottom line, if you handled your previous auto credit perfectly, you should have a high FICO Auto Industry Option score—that's a good thing.
But what if you've had a few bumps in the auto credit road in the past? You guessed it...your Auto Industry Option score will be lower. You'll be perceived as a greater credit risk and the auto lender may either deny you or use your lower score to justify charging you a higher interest rate.
You see, auto lenders are different than other types of lenders. And I'm not talking about their slimy ways, leisure suits, short ties, manly hairy chests, or gold bling.
A lot of other lenders look at your whole credit picture to determine whether or not to give you a loan. But many auto lenders care about only one thing...how you handled your past AUTO credit. That's what a FICO Auto Industry Option Score gives car dealers—a way to pinpoint how you've handled what matters to them the most.
So, even if everything else on your credit reports went down the toilet after your bankruptcy, if you didn't include your auto loan in your bankruptcy and never defaulted or missed a car payment, your Auto Industry scores will probably be better than your traditional FICO scores!
What a Former Auto Finance Director Revealed to Me
I recently spoke with a former finance director, and this is what she told me...
"So many people I have helped couldn't believe their scores were so high with the FICO Auto Industry Option score. They had included all their credit card debt and their mortgage in their bankruptcy, but they reaffirmed their auto loan. What's good about the auto score is that it truly helps the auto lender concentrate on what is important—how the customer handles his/her auto loans.
By our dealership having the auto enhanced FICO, it helped 30% or more of our customers get better rates."
I don't believe I'm going to say this, but I think I may actually have found something good to say about car dealers! Well, some of them, anyway...
As you can see, the FICO auto scores can work in your favor, if they are used correctly.
OK, I just wouldn't be able to live with myself if I only said good things about car dealers.
So, in the interest of fair and balanced reporting, here's how to protect yourself against slimy car dealers that can use your FICO Auto Industry Option
scores against you...
A Dirty Trick Car Dealers Can Play with Your FICO Scores
Let's imagine your Equifax/Beacon FICO score is 585. Not too good. With a score that low, if you do get approved for a car loan, you'll probably wind up with a high interest rate and high monthly payment.
So you go to a dealership and talk with the finance director and tell him your Equifax FICO score is 585. The finance director then reviews your FICO Auto Industry Option score. And, unknown to you, this score is actually higher than the Equifax/Beacon FICO score you pulled.
With this higher score, you'll get approved at a better rate...right?
Not necessarily!
Here's what unscrupulous car dealers can do. They won't tell you that your auto score is higher than your traditional score!
They figure they have a sucker sitting in front of them. So they'll try to get you financed at a higher rate based on the lower FICO score (thus making more profit for themselves).
How Some Car Dealers "Play the Spread" to Get You to Pay More
Now check this out...
It's possible that a car dealer has the ability to pull your traditional FICO scores AND your FICO auto scores. That means they'll have six scores on you. It's a guarantee that some of those scores are going to be higher than the others. So which ones will they use when trying to get you financed?
It depends.
Are you familiar with the term "spread"? It's how car dealers make money when they finance you. If they can quote you a higher interest rate than you deserve—then they stand to make a nice chunk of change from the bank that finances you.
The only way to make a killer "spread" is to make you think that you have lower scores.
So, what can you do?
Don't despair...I can help you.
How to Use Your FICO Scores to Your Advantage when Buying a Car
Fortunately, you don't have to fall for their dirty tricks. Now that you know all about FICO Auto Industry Option scores, you can protect yourself. Here's what I suggest...
1. When you first walk into the finance director's office, don't tell him what your FICO scores are. Wait until he reviews the scores himself. Then ask him what your scores are.
2. If the scores he reviewed are higher than the ones you have, don't say anything and just go by his scores.
3. However, if your scores are higher, then pull them out and show him. If he has a choice in the type of scores he can use, there's a possibility that he'll be able to use your highest score. And, it will let him know that he doesn't have a fool sitting in front of him. He can't take advantage of you!
How do you find out what your FICO Auto Industry Option scores are before you walk into a car dealership?
You can't.
Sorry. They're not for sale—at any price. Only lenders have access to them.
FICO would like to sell them...but there just isn't enough demand. I mean seriously, up until you read this article, had you ever heard of the FICO Auto Industry Option score?
Exactly.
Remember, we were just given access to purchase all three of our traditional FICO credit scores on June 11, 2003 at 8:00 a.m. (I actually got misty that day...what a geek I am.)
Only a very small percentage of the population even knows they have three FICO credit scores...let alone three Auto Industry Option scores.
So How Can You Use This Information to Help You Get Your Next New Car Financed at the Best Interest Rate
1. First, get your three credit reports. If you handled your previous auto credit well—your FICO Auto Industry Option scores will be higher than your traditional FICO scores. So expect more from the lender.
2. You can also ask the lender to show you their tier levels. Tiers are basically charts lenders use that have different interest rates based on your scores. You want to see which tier your fall in. To see an example of an auto lender's tier schedule, click here.
3. If they won't show you...at least have them break it down verbally for you. (Personally, I like to see it with my own eyes, as I never believe a word that comes out of most car dealers' mouths.)
4. If you've handled your auto credit poorly...then you should simply try to find an auto lender that uses just the traditional FICO credit scores. When you find a lender that uses a traditional FICO credit score, you'll have your best chance to get the lowest interest rate.
5. Start by calling dealerships and asking the finance director if they use a traditional FICO credit score to make their lending decision or if they use the FICO Auto Industry Option score.
These steps will get you headed in the right direction. This won't be easy, as a lot of car dealers use the FICO Auto Industry Option score.
[http://www.lifeafterbankruptcy.com/stephen-snyder.html] Stephen Snyder is the founder of the After Bankruptcy Foundation a non-profit organization that provides free [http://www.lifeafterbankruptcy.com] bankruptcy recovery information He has helped thousands of people get a [http://www.lifeafterbankruptcy.com/resources/car-after-bankruptcy/] car loan after bankruptcy by showing them how to increase their credit score.
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Monday, July 2, 2007
Car Loan Dealers
How Not To Get Taken For A Ride On Your Next Car Loan
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Jon_Arnold] Jon Arnold
You are bombarded with offers for a car loan. You see it everyday on television, on radio, and in every edition of your local newspaper – the specials, promotions, and sales on new cars or trucks. Today’s deal is better than the yesterday’s deal and is so good that it will probably never be repeated within your lifetime. In fact, if you believe all the hype that the car and truck dealerships are making, you have to wonder why they are still in business at all, since they are obviously selling these vehicles way below their cost.
Make no mistake about it – there are very few if any cars that leave the dealer where you paid less for the vehicle than the dealer did. That includes used cars and trucks too. They do not do business that way, and they never will because they would not be able to keep their doors open very long if they did. They get rebates from the manufacturers, incentive bonuses, volume bonuses, and more. Yes, you may be able to get a killer deal on a particular make and model from one dealer that another dealer cannot match – not because they don’t want to, but because the first dealer gets incentive or volume bonuses that the second dealer does not in that particular month.
But one of the things to realize is that one of the major profit centers for a car or truck dealership, new or used, is in car loans and car financing. Some dealerships have their own financing. Well, sort of, maybe, although most do car financing through an arrangement they have with a local bank or credit union. Many larger dealerships have arrangements with multiple local banks and credit unions in order to make it appear that you have multiple options for getting the best deal on your car loan. And in most cases, this is correct.
The question becomes one of whether or not you are getting the BEST deal on your can loan or truck loan. How do you know? You do your homework on it to make sure, and you do that homework even before you step foot into the dealership. People who know have written many times that you best point of leverage in negotiating for a new car is to walk into a dealership where you have already been pre-approved for a car loan, where you know how much money you are able to get in order to keep your payments at a level you can handle, and you know what the interest rate is.
In other words, you should negotiate every bit as much and every bit as hard on the auto financing part of the deal as you did on the price of the car or truck, and what the dealer will throw in, like floor mats or XM radio or whatever. Saving a couple hundred bucks on having the dealer throw in XM radio is peanuts compared to SEVERAL hundred or even thousands of dollars you could save over the life of the car loan with a killer deal and low interest rate!
One of the best ways to get the best possible deal on a car loan is to ensure that your credit score is as high as it can be. Most consumer credit reports have errors in them, which will lower your credit score. Take steps to get your credit report correct, and visit [http://www.credit-help-center.com] Raise Your Credit Score for tips about how to do this and how to win your disputes with the credit bureaus.
Shop around for your car loan, in the same way that you shopped around for the vehicle you want to purchase. If you have found the best deal possible on a car or truck, be aware that with the best car loan deal possible, that makes the whole dealer even sweeter.
Jon is a computer engineer who maintains web sites on a variety of topics based on his knowledge and experience. You can read more about Great Deals In Car Loans and Car Leasing at his web site at [http://www.car-loan-resources.com/] Car Loan Car Lease Resources.
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By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Jon_Arnold] Jon Arnold
You are bombarded with offers for a car loan. You see it everyday on television, on radio, and in every edition of your local newspaper – the specials, promotions, and sales on new cars or trucks. Today’s deal is better than the yesterday’s deal and is so good that it will probably never be repeated within your lifetime. In fact, if you believe all the hype that the car and truck dealerships are making, you have to wonder why they are still in business at all, since they are obviously selling these vehicles way below their cost.
Make no mistake about it – there are very few if any cars that leave the dealer where you paid less for the vehicle than the dealer did. That includes used cars and trucks too. They do not do business that way, and they never will because they would not be able to keep their doors open very long if they did. They get rebates from the manufacturers, incentive bonuses, volume bonuses, and more. Yes, you may be able to get a killer deal on a particular make and model from one dealer that another dealer cannot match – not because they don’t want to, but because the first dealer gets incentive or volume bonuses that the second dealer does not in that particular month.
But one of the things to realize is that one of the major profit centers for a car or truck dealership, new or used, is in car loans and car financing. Some dealerships have their own financing. Well, sort of, maybe, although most do car financing through an arrangement they have with a local bank or credit union. Many larger dealerships have arrangements with multiple local banks and credit unions in order to make it appear that you have multiple options for getting the best deal on your car loan. And in most cases, this is correct.
The question becomes one of whether or not you are getting the BEST deal on your can loan or truck loan. How do you know? You do your homework on it to make sure, and you do that homework even before you step foot into the dealership. People who know have written many times that you best point of leverage in negotiating for a new car is to walk into a dealership where you have already been pre-approved for a car loan, where you know how much money you are able to get in order to keep your payments at a level you can handle, and you know what the interest rate is.
In other words, you should negotiate every bit as much and every bit as hard on the auto financing part of the deal as you did on the price of the car or truck, and what the dealer will throw in, like floor mats or XM radio or whatever. Saving a couple hundred bucks on having the dealer throw in XM radio is peanuts compared to SEVERAL hundred or even thousands of dollars you could save over the life of the car loan with a killer deal and low interest rate!
One of the best ways to get the best possible deal on a car loan is to ensure that your credit score is as high as it can be. Most consumer credit reports have errors in them, which will lower your credit score. Take steps to get your credit report correct, and visit [http://www.credit-help-center.com] Raise Your Credit Score for tips about how to do this and how to win your disputes with the credit bureaus.
Shop around for your car loan, in the same way that you shopped around for the vehicle you want to purchase. If you have found the best deal possible on a car or truck, be aware that with the best car loan deal possible, that makes the whole dealer even sweeter.
Jon is a computer engineer who maintains web sites on a variety of topics based on his knowledge and experience. You can read more about Great Deals In Car Loans and Car Leasing at his web site at [http://www.car-loan-resources.com/] Car Loan Car Lease Resources.
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