Are you thinking of buying a car, but want to make sure you get the best price? Here are a few tips to help you find the right car at the best price. Buy “off-season.” Peak demand for cars is in the spring and fall, but if you want to find a bargain, shop for a … Continue reading “Everything You Need to Get a Deal on Your Next Car”
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There are many different types of loans. So many, in fact, you may actually be overwhelmed. First, it is important to understand what financial institutions like Liberty Savings looks for and requires when lending. Understanding your options ensures you have the best, and smartest, choices when it comes to financing. Lending considerations and requirements To understand your … Continue reading “Understand Your Loan Options”
When it’s time to look for your first car purchase, some people turn first to family. This can mean a used car “hand-me-down” from another family member, buying something in cash you earned, or with an interest-free loan from parents. But if none of these options are available to you, the next option is getting a … Continue reading “One for the Money: Financing Your First Car”
Last week we went over safety considerations when car shopping, so this week we thought we’d add to that with some overall vehicle thoughts. Did you know the average cost of a new vehicle today is around $30,000? Whether you want a shiny, new car or are content with a reliable used ride, you want to get … Continue reading “The RAIN Method for Buying a Car”
Many of us have loved ones, young and old, that one day will be asking us for car buying advice. There are so many choices out there that for either group car buying can be overwhelming, and everyone involved might get carried away with wants over needs. Drivers of any age need cars with good safety … Continue reading “Help Your Loved Ones Make Safe Auto Choices”
As a follow up to our post about top 10 car buying tips, we realize that not very many people actually like car shopping. Sure, it can be fun to test drive, but when it’s time to do the deal, most of us would rather have a cavity filled. Between the high-pressure sales person and … Continue reading “Shop Online & Save Stress on Your Next Car Purchase”
I don’t remember much about my high school civics class, but I do remember the day during the last week of my senior year when my teacher spent class giving us his “life tips.” These tips have stuck with me, even when a solid understanding of the political system has not. Here is a list … Continue reading “10 Car Buying Tips From a Credit Union Member”
According to the research firm J.D. Power and Associates, the average age of new car owners fell in 2015 from 49 to 48, spurred in part by a growing number of Gen Y buyers. The generation of young adults often thought of by analysts as Uber-obsessed and debt-averse, now comprise 28% of sales–up from 17% … Continue reading “Digital Skills to Find the Best Car Deals”
No season drives home the importance of auto safety more than summer–prime time for driving and for road construction. Add the variables of intense heat and sudden rainstorms, and you’ve got greater potential for hazardous driving conditions. Of course, you can’t control traffic, road repairs, or the weather–but there’s plenty you can do. Your car, … Continue reading “Summertime Drive to Safety”
Whether you’re looking for a brand new car, or a used car that’s new to you–there are many things to consider before you purchase. There are pros and cons to buying new cars, just as there are pros and cons to buying used cars. Realizing the best option for you is the first step. First off, … Continue reading “Three Things to Know Before You Buy a Car”