Financing

How many years should a car loan be?
August 9, 2024

How many years should a car loan be?

Understanding the average car loan length can help you make an informed decision and save money in the long run. As you embark on the exciting new journey of purchasing your next vehicle, you’ll likely discover two things: Experts agree…

How an auto loan co-borrower may help you get moving
April 19, 2024

How an auto loan co-borrower may help you get moving

A co-borrower may boost your chances of approval* and, if approved, they could possibly better your loan terms. And what a difference having your own transportation can make, whether it’s getting to college classes to further your education, getting to…

Understanding your auto finance options
December 8, 2023

Understanding your auto finance options

Find a loan that runs as sweetly as your new car It’s easy to get lost in all the choices you have when you’re searching for finance options for a new car loan. Knowing where to look, however, is the…

Buying a car when interest rates are high
September 22, 2023

Buying a car when interest rates are high

It’s been all over the news for months now. The Federal Reserve is raising interest rates to fight inflation. But what does that mean for you? How will it impact your life? Well, if you need to buy a vehicle,…

5 factors that affect your auto loan
September 8, 2023

5 factors that affect your auto loan

Financing is a central part of most car purchases, and the terms of the loan can have a strong bearing on how you feel about the overall buying experience. Understanding the factors involved will enable you to plan your budget…

How do auto loans work?
June 30, 2023

How do auto loans work?

Buying a car is one of the largest purchases you can make in life, which means researching the right model is a top priority. So is understanding the financing of the vehicle. Knowing how auto loans work will help you…

How much should the down payment on a car be?
April 14, 2023

How much should the down payment on a car be?

Confused about how you want to spend your tax refund money? If you’re planning to scoop up a new or pre-owned vehicle, you might want to think about how much money you should put toward your down payment. The general…

Auto financing for first-time buyers
December 8, 2022

Auto financing for first-time buyers

Hey! You’re buying your first vehicle! Congratulations! This is such an exciting time and we’re excited for you. Along with that excitement, naturally, comes a lot of questions. Relax. It’s perfectly normal to wonder if you’ll be able to get…

How a co-applicant may help you get financing
December 6, 2022

How a co-applicant may help you get financing

A car ride is always better with company, right? Well, how about some company on your car-buying journey? If you need a little help getting financing for a purchase or would like a better offer, a co-applicant could be your…

Bad credit auto financing
December 5, 2022

Bad credit auto financing

How to buy a car with bad credit Bad credit. Just the phrase is scary, right? But it’s something that is all too familiar to millions of us. Plus, it can happen in a variety of ways – missed payments,…