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Auto Loan Delinquencies are On the Rise

Auto loan delinquency rates are reaching staggering levels, leading some industry experts to compare the current numbers to 2008’s disastrous housing bubble. The rise in recent years of a booming subprime auto lending market has meant millions of consumers with

What’s the Deal with Online Auto Loans?

When you walk into a dealership and see the car of your dreams, it’s easy to get swept up in the purchasing process. When this happens, though, consumers often fall into the trap of trusting that the dealership is offering

Car Loan Mistakes That Will Cost You

For many people, purchasing a car is an emotional decision, while smart financial decision-making takes a back seat to instant gratification. With dealerships eager to sell, nearly any car on the lot can be yours under the right loan terms.

New Auto Group to Help Prevent Cyberattacks

A new group has been formed by The Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers and Association of Global Automakers to help prevent cyberattacks on cars and trucks. Alliance President CEO Mitch Bainwol said, “Network security must be incorporated from design to roadway,

Real Estate Agents Are Jumping Ship and Becoming Free Agents

More and more real estate agents are switching brokerage firms to pursue better deals and commissions. “There’s not a lot of brand loyalty,” said Billy Rose, an agent and co-founder of the Agency in Beverly Hills, CA. “A lot of

Wells Fargo Adding More Car Loan Branches Nationwide

Wells Fargo revealed to Reuters on Tuesday that it has begun creating more branches devoted to car loans and financing for auto dealers as a way to increase its auto lending business in a relatively low-risk environment. According to the

New Report Shows Auto Insurance is More Affordable for Teens on Parents’ Plans

A new study conducted by InsuranceQuotes.com found that 18-year-olds pay an average of 18 percent more for car insurance when they sign up for individual plans than they do when they remain on their parents’ policies. The report, which was

New Report Reveals How Marriage Affects Car Insurance Rates

A new report released by Consumer Federation of America earlier this week has revealed that married women pay less for car insurance than their single and widowed counterparts. According to Money Talks News, which assessed the findings on Tuesday, the

4 Tips for Finding Cheap Car Insurance Online

Earlier this week, NerdWallet put together a handy new guide to help consumers find the cheapest car insurance rates online. According to the site, a little bit of Internet research can pay off big time, especially when you take into

Auto Sales Set for Big Second Half of the Year

Industry experts are preparing for a big second half of the year after auto sales soared higher than expected in the first six months of 2015. “A couple of months ago we thought sales would start to level off and

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