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What Credit Score Do You Need to Buy a Car?

When you're ready to buy a car, it's essential to know your credit score. It's a number that tells lenders how likely you are to pay back loans.  A recent Experian report from the second quarter of 2024 showed ...

Record Number of Car Owners Face 'Upside Down' Loans as Vehicle Values Plummet

These days, more people find themselves in a tricky situation with their car loans. They owe more money on their car loans than their vehicles are worth. This is often called being "upside dow...

USAA vs. Navy Federal: Best for Auto Loans?

Key Points:   Both USAA and Navy Federal Credit Union cater to U.S. military members, veterans, and their family members with a range of financing products. If you're someone who plans to repay your car loan qu...

Extra Cash Help for People in Some States as of May 2025

Even though the whole country stopped getting stimulus checks, certain states are stepping in to help out their residents who are having a tough time with money. Here’s a quick look at some state programs off...

Texans Lead the U.S. with Highest Car Loan Debt

As of June 2025, Texans might want to pump the brakes on purchasing new cars, due to escalating prices partly influenced by tariffs on imported vehicles. Those living in the Lone Star State are already steering through the cha...

Two SSI Checks in August 2025—Can You Use Them for Auto Loan Payments

In August 2025, millions of Americans who get Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will see something unusual: they will receive two SSI payments in one month. While it may look like a bonus or an incr...

What You Need to Know About Trump’s Car Loan Interest Deduction

Congress passed a new tax law as part of the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," signed by President Trump on July 4, 2025. This law lets people deduct up to $10,000 per year in car loan interest paid on ...

How to Save Money on Your Car Insurance

If you’ve noticed your car insurance costs going up, you’re not alone. On average, people in the U.S. are paying more for car insurance each year. In some states, the yearly premium can be over $3,500, and in places like N...

Americans Struggle with Steep Auto Loan Rates Amidst Federal Reserve's Inflation Strategy

In the wake of the Federal Reserve's aggressive strategy to counteract inflation by elevating the federal funds rate, Americans have found themselves navigating a landscape of stee...