One of the things about buying cars that people complain about the most is how long it takes to actually buy one. Well, if you read my last article, Why Does It Take So Long to Buy a Car?, you now ...

Buying from a dealer may cost more, but a private seller isn’t always the bargain it seems. Here’s what you need to know. These days, I spend anywhere from 50 to 60 hours a week at the car dealership ...

Review your credit report, know your credit score and, yes, freeze your credit before stepping on a car dealer's lot. Dealer-arranged financing is convenient but it will limit your options. Typically, ...

We've got a few simple guidelines. Follow these, and you will put yourself in the running for a good deal on a car that suits ...

Dealer financing is where the car dealer helps you get a loan from a lender and then sells your contract to them. So, instead of walking into a bank and applying for a car loan, you can walk away with ...

Buying a new car can be an overwhelming experience; but it doesn't have to be. From the pre-approval process to researching the actual price of a vehicle and shopping around, it's possible for ...

A car's purchase price is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the true cost of ownership. Beyond the sticker price, there's insurance, registration, sales tax, and ongoing maintenance ...

Chip Stapleton is a Series 7 and Series 66 license holder, CFA Level 1 exam holder, and currently holds a Life, Accident, and Health License in Indiana. He has 8 years experience in finance, from ...