James Mayfield is an experienced content writer and editor who’s written on financial topics for more than 15 years. From an automotive family, some of his fondest memories revolve around the dealership owned by his grandfather and uncle in Oklahoma.
James Mayfield
In this article: Defining car equity The benefits of positive equity The difference between positive and negative equity When it comes to words associated with car ownership, equity is one of the top terms it’s good to be familiar with….
In this article: Recommended 20% for new and 10% for used cars Using a trade-in for a down payment Even smaller down payments still offer advantages When shopping for a new vehicle, in addition to price, year, model, mileage and…
Car budget calculators. These tools can be a helpful asset for digging into one’s finances and supporting financial health. Especially when used before you purchase your next vehicle. The car budget calculators, or auto finance calculators, in the Learning Center at…
You’ve probably heard that next to buying a home, getting a new or pre-owned vehicle is one of the largest purchases one can make. You may also be aware that factors to get financing in both homes and cars rely…
The annual Santander Consumer USA National Sales Meeting (NSM) is always a rewarding experience. The weeklong event gives employees the chance to learn from each other, grow their skill sets and hear directly from leadership. In addition to sharing insights…