Why paying on time is important
Paying your bills on time can be a balancing act but making timely payments is important for a variety of reasons. When you sign a financing contract, you enjoy the benefits of having money to spend or, in the case…
Financial Wellness
Helpful articles on topics related to personal financial health and well-being
What is credit repair and how does it work?
“Get an 800+ credit score overnight! Negative information deleted! Unlock your credit to live out your dreams with our credit repair package!” It is common in today’s world to see advertisements like the above while scrolling through our phones, driving…
8 more key terms to know when buying or leasing a car
Music has its own language. As does the medical field, technology, types of sports, even food. And the car buying world is no different. You may be familiar with the auto financing terms Annual Percentage Rate (APR), down payment and…
Prioritizing bills and asking for help
Keeping up with payments is an essential part of managing your money, but it isn’t always easy. A change in circumstances, such as with a job, the arrival of medical bills or a rise in the cost of living, may…
What happens when you trade in your vehicle?
You found the vehicle of your dreams and the dealership offered you what you believe is a fair amount for your trade. So, now what? If you own your trade-in vehicle outright (you’ve completed any loan or lease commitment that…
What you need to know about credit when financing a vehicle
It should be no surprise. What you need to know about credit when financing a vehicle is that lenders generally provide more financing to borrowers with higher credit scores. Almost half the money loaned goes to so-called super-prime borrowers –…