Buy New Car Or Pay Down Debt
A car loan is almost paid off. Should they use the extra money to pay down debt or buy a new car to replace an older, broken-down car?
By Ilyce Glink| 2003-09-19T00:00:00-05:00 September 19th, 2003|
A car loan is almost paid off. Should they use the extra money to pay down debt or buy a new car to replace an older, broken-down car?
By Ilyce Glink| 2017-08-18T14:59:30-05:00 September 19th, 2003|
A used car needs a new engine, but still dies after installing the new engine. Ilyce recommends checking the warranty terms. Unfortunately, the car may just be a lemon.
By Ilyce Glink| 2017-08-18T14:59:42-05:00 September 19th, 2003|
Co-signing a loan can be very risky. When you get stuck with the payments for a loan you co-signed for, you can speak to an attorney about what rights you have and whether you have legal options.
By Ilyce Glink| 2003-09-19T00:00:00-05:00 September 19th, 2003|
When you walk into a dealership, you want to be prepared. For this lanscaper, he wants to know about leasing work trucks. He can try contacting the manufacturers for more information. As a well-informed shopper, he will be better prepared to negotiate with the dealers.
By Ilyce Glink| 2017-08-18T14:57:55-05:00 September 19th, 2003|
Is it better to keep and fix a problem automobile or sell it off? With a high-interest car loan, there are other steps you can take to deal with the automobile's problems without taking on more debt. And it might be worth seeing if the automobile falls under your state's lemon laws.
By Ilyce Glink| 2017-08-18T14:58:14-05:00 September 19th, 2003|
Purchasers must do their homework ahead of time. After purchasing a used car, the car fails emission tests. The dealer has had the car for four weeks to fix the problem, but it hasn't happened. The owner would like a refund but is refuses. This sounds like fraud and the purchaser should file a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission.
By Ilyce Glink| 2017-08-23T16:12:44-05:00 September 12th, 2003|
A CFP is a certified financial planner. A ChFC is a Chartered Financial Consultant. How do you know which will be best to help with your financial planning?
By Ilyce Glink| 2003-09-12T09:00:00-05:00 September 12th, 2003|
These homeowners own the property surrounding their home, but their new neighbors insist part of the property belongs to them. Fencing the property would make it clear where one property ends and the neighbor's begins. A surveyor can also state the property and make official what belongs to which homeowner.
By Ilyce Glink| 2017-08-18T15:07:47-05:00 September 12th, 2003|
How can consumers get a telemarketer off your back for good? Consumers can file a complaint with their local office of the FTC and the better business bureau.
By Ilyce Glink| 2003-09-12T09:00:00-05:00 September 12th, 2003|
Bankruptcy is a black mark on your credit and won't allow you to get a loan at the kind of interest rates offered to buyers with good credit. Having a bankruptcy on your credit will mean paying anywhere from 2 to 5 percent above the going rate. To improve your credit history after a bankruptcy, know your credit score so you can work to improve it as quickly as possible.