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Dealer Versus Private-party Purchase

Dealer Versus Private-party Purchase

7/30/2025

The choice between a dealer and a private-party purchase largely depends on your priorities. If you value security, warranties, and convenience, a dealer might be the better choice. If you're looking for a better deal and are willing to take on more risk, then a private-party purchase might suit you.

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What to Do if You Have Become a Victim of Identity Theft

What to Do if You Have Become a Victim of Identity Theft

Authored By: Diane Knudson on 3/31/2025

 If you believe you have become a victim of identity theft, it's essential to take immediate action to mitigate the damage. Here are steps you can follow.

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Tips for Negotiating the Best Price on a New Car

Tips for Negotiating the Best Price on a New Car

1/23/2025

With the right strategies in place, you can feel confident in your ability to secure the best possible deal on a new car.

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Seven Tips for Auto Financing

Seven Tips for Auto Financing

9/5/2024

Seven Tips for Auto Financing

Here are seven simple tips to keep in mind when financing your next car.

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Shopping for a Vehicle for Your Teen

Shopping for a Vehicle for Your Teen

6/18/2024

Shopping for a Vehicle for Your Teen

These tips will help you find a reliable ride for your teen that also fits within your budget! 

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Do You Understand How Your Phone Upgrade Works?

Do You Understand How Your Phone Upgrade Works?

9/20/2023

Do You Understand How Your Phone Upgrade Works?

Figure out how you’re paying for phone upgrades and if you really need one.

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Paying off Debt vs. Saving for Retirement

Paying off Debt vs. Saving for Retirement

9/5/2023

Paying off Debt vs. Saving for Retirement

Should you save for retirement while still carrying debt?

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A Guide to Grocery Delivery

A Guide to Grocery Delivery

8/21/2023

A Guide to Grocery Delivery

Explore your options here!

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Help Your Kids Save

Help Your Kids Save

7/25/2023

Help Your Kids Save

Start healthy saving habits in your kids’ lives today!

 

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How to Save for Early Retirement

How to Save for Early Retirement

5/7/2023

How to Save for Early Retirement

Find out how to achieve and keep financial independence before age 65.

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Putting the Loan Before the Car

Putting the Loan Before the Car

4/3/2023

Putting the Loan Before the Car

Are you buying your vehicles backward? Most people seem to. What do we mean? This: most people, when shopping for a new vehicle, go to the dealer, pick out their car, and then figure out financing.

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Know Before You Buy

Know Before You Buy

3/7/2023

Know Before You Buy

What you can do to find out the most about a used car’s history.

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Don’t Pick Paying Your Kids’ College Tuition Over Saving for Retirement

Don’t Pick Paying Your Kids’ College Tuition Over Saving for Retirement

10/12/2022

Don’t Pick Paying Your Kids’ College Tuition Over Saving for Retirement

Uncover the reasons why it’s unwise to raid your retirement savings to pay for your children’s college costs.

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Budgeting Basics Everyone Should Know

Budgeting Basics Everyone Should Know

5/25/2022

Budgeting Basics Everyone Should Know

Whether you’re living paycheck to paycheck or are making six-figures, you should know exactly where all of your money is going each month to ensure you have a handle on your finances.

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A Plan for Buying a Pre-owned Vehicle

A Plan for Buying a Pre-owned Vehicle

4/29/2022

A Plan for Buying a Pre-owned Vehicle

Buying a pre-owned vehicle can be intimidating. No matter if you’re buying from a dealership or a private seller, you should have a plan to help you buy exactly what you need, at a price you can truly afford.

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