One of the most important things that car buyers ask themselves is, “How much car can I afford?” When you consider your overall personal financial picture, the amount of your down payment, your interest rate, and other loan terms, it can paint a much clearer picture of just how much vehicle you can expect to buy. Read on to learn … Continue reading →
The ideal down payment for a car loan often comes down to what you can afford. In general, the more you can put down, the better. A higher down payment could mean lower monthly payments and interest rates. But how can you know how big the down payment on your car loan should be? Read on to learn more. What … Continue reading →
With the rising cost of vehicles both new and used, you want to secure the car you want, but first, you have to make sure you have proper financing in place. When asking yourself, where can I get a car loan, many options might come to mind, including a for-profit bank, auto dealership, and online lender. But upon researching your … Continue reading →
Financing a used car requires that you follow a process to both select the best car and the best financing available to you. Along the way, it’s easy to make mistakes because there are so many moving parts. The best way to prepare yourself for a smooth car buying process is to arm yourself with knowledge about the experience in … Continue reading →
Although they may be cheaper on the front end, the fact is that used cars are just as serious an investment as new cars. Unless they are carefully vetted, used cars can create a host of pricey problems related to mechanical and cosmetic failure. Buyers should carefully consider all aspects of the car purchasing process before committing themselves to years … Continue reading →
Atlantic Financial Federal Credit Union is hosting two free home buying seminars in March. Join us to gain valuable information you should know about the home buying process. Gain knowledge of how the home buying process works and how to get to the settlement table with as little stress as possible. Perfect for first-time home buyers, and includes important options … Continue reading →