Auto Financing: What You Need to Know
Financing a car? Here’s what you need to know about auto loans.
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Is an Auto Lease Buyout for You? Benefits and Key Considerations
Finding a new car can be a stressful and lengthy process. This can be especially true if you’ve been leasing your car and you’ve gotten attached—it’s hard to imagine saying goodbye! If this sounds familiar, then an auto lease buyout may be the perfect option for you.
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What Your Next Car Will Really Cost You
Buying a car is exciting, but it's also a significant financial decision. Between shiny dealership offers and online listings, it's easy to focus only on the sticker price and monthly payment. However, owning a car means more than just making your loan payment each month. So, how much will your next car really cost? Here's a breakdown of the most important expenses to consider and how American Heritage can help you manage them wisely.
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Six Tips for Buying Your First Car
Once you earn your driver’s license, chances are you’ll have your eyes set on purchasing your first car. But there’s a lot more to this than just knowing your dream car’s make and model. You’ll need to know your budget, explore insurance options, and decide whether to buy a new or used car.
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Preapproval: An Important Step in the Loan Process
There are several steps before you purchase a home or buy your next vehicle. One of the first steps in these processes is to be preapproved for a loan. While a preapproval may seem unnecessary at first, the truth is that it’s a critical step in the loan process which can help make your end goal of buying a home or finding your next car easier.
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Your Guide to Planning the Perfect Road Trip
Is the open road calling you? You’re not alone. Every summer, millions of people in the U.S. travel by car for leisure. In fact, National Road Trip Day is celebrated the Friday before Memorial Day each year. Whether you’re heading across the state or across the country, a road trip can be a fun, flexible, and economical way to travel with the family. Before you gas up and hit the highway, a little planning can ensure a smooth and enjoyable journey. From preparing your vehicle to mapping out your route and packing emergency supplies, here are some tips for making the most of your summer road trip.
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Is Auto Loan Refinancing Right for Me? Q&A
So, you currently have a loan that allows you to purchase or lease a vehicle, but your monthly payments or term are not what you’d like them to be. Refinancing your auto loan would replace your existing loan with one that can meet your desired monthly payment amount and preferred term length. When you refinance, you could save hundreds or more dollars in interest over the loan’s term.
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Is Now the Right Time to Buy Out My Auto Lease?
These days, the used car market is greased lightning, with prices soaring by 44% over the last five years. As your lease comes to an end, you’ll find yourself at a crossroads: Should you return the car for a different model or buy out your lease to own the car you’ve already got? In this article, we’ll help you determine which route to take.
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Save More by Buying a Car at these Key Times of Year
A vehicle is no small purchase. Many people will research for hours before making a decision, comparing manufacturers, models, and even dealerships. When doing your research, don’t forget to answer this vital question: when is the best time to buy? By timing your purchase for a sales event, you can save yourself thousands of dollars on the ticket price or interest payments over the life of your loan. Between inflation and high vehicle costs, it’s more important than ever to save on large purchases like a new car. By learning the best times to shop for a new car, you can stack the odds in your favor that you’ll be driving off the lot with the car of your dreams at a comfortable price.
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Should You Buy or Lease Your Next Car?
Along with buying a house, getting an education, and starting a family, choosing a vehicle is one of the biggest financial and lifestyle decisions you’ll make. And whether you’re a new driver or you have millions of miles behind you, you might be wondering if it’s better to buy or lease your next ride. First off, let’s take a look at some numbers. If you have a make and model in mind and know the purchase price and lease price, you can use our free online buy vs. lease calculator to estimate your monthly payment for each scenario. For now, here’s a simplified example:
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