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Nowadays you would be hard pressed to shop in a department store and not be offered a store brand credit card. But department stores aren't the only places offering their own credit cards now. There is financing everywhere you go, even on…

Financing an RV purchase can be a daunting task. Because RV loan amounts are often significant, banks have very strict requirements that must be met before a loan is offered. Should one apply for financing before or…

Auto leasing represents a viable alternative for some consumers in the market for a new car. Make no mistake, leasing has many benefits; but it also has several aspects that have historically confused consumers. Some of the terms and…

The majority of consumers aren't fortunate enough to pay cash for a new or used vehicle. This means most people are reliant upon securing an auto loan. According to a 2007 Lending Tree survey, over 70 percent of automobile purchases are…

Charities that accept car donations try to make the process as easy as possible. In the state of Texas, you need the title of the vehicle, without any liens attached to it, to donate your car, truck or motor home. Ask for a receipt from…

Buying a car in Atlanta is relatively straightforward, but the Georgia Office of Consumer Affairs recommends exercising caution in your negotiations, especially with dealers. In 2019, the agency reported that it had received complaints…

Airlines are making it harder and harder to redeem miles for a free flight. But fortunately, that’s not the only way to use your miles. In fact, smart points and miles users know a slew of ways to keep their points active and use them. And…