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• Current Car Loan Interest Rates

  View current auto loan rates based on Bankrate.com’s weekly national survey of large banks and thrifts.

  2 min read May 12, 2021

  

• How to trade in your car: 5 simple steps to take

  Not sure how trading your car in works? Follow these steps.

  4 min read May 11, 2021

  

• Private party auto loan: What it is and how to find one

  A private party auto loan lets you finance a vehicle just as you would with a car from a dealership.

  4 min read May 10, 2021

  

• 9 car leasing traps you should avoid

  Auto leases can come with upsells and costly fees. Beware these 9 car leasing traps.

  6 min read May 06, 2021

  

• Why you should avoid an 84-month auto loan

  An 84-month loan will reduce your monthly payments but cost more overall.

  5 min read May 05, 2021

  

• 13 car dealer tricks to avoid

  Most car dealers aren’t really out to rip you off, but keep in mind that car dealerships are for-profit entities.

  6 min read Apr 29, 2021

  

• 6 reasons to get your car loan at a credit union

  Learn why these nonprofit institutions are a smart choice for auto buyers.

  5 min read Apr 21, 2021

  

• Buying a car with a lien

  A lien shouldn’t stop you from pursuing the car of your dreams.

  2 min read Mar 11, 2021

  

• Should you pay off your car loan early?

  It could be smart to pay off your loan entirely or make larger payments.

  6 min read Mar 03, 2021

  

• 5 dealer options to skip when buying a car

  Some car add-ons are valuable, but these dealer options aren’t.

  5 min read Feb 23, 2021