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Record Number of Car Owners Face 'Upside Down' Loans as Vehicle Values Plummet

These days, more people find themselves in a tricky situation with their car loans. They owe more money on their car loans than their vehicles are worth. This is often called being "upside dow...

Two Direct Deposit Payments Coming End of February: What You Need to Know

In the United States, people who get money from Social Security will see two special money deposits in their bank accounts during the last week of February. Social Security gives these payments to ...

Financial Aid Programs in March 2025 to Help with Auto Loan Payments

As we step into March 2025, a variety of financial assistance programs continue to offer support to Americans who need a little extra help. These programs can make a big difference for families with low...

USAA vs. Navy Federal: Best for Auto Loans?

Key Points:   Both USAA and Navy Federal Credit Union cater to U.S. military members, veterans, and their family members with a range of financing products. If you're someone who plans to repay your car loan qu...

No Stimulus Checks But Tax Relief For Many in the Big Beautiful Bill

In July 2025, Congress passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a sweeping piece of tax reform legislation championed by the Trump administration. While the bill has been celebrated for bringing tax relief, ...

Understanding Car Loan-to-Value Ratio and Its Importance

When you're in the market for a car and need financing, there's a term you'll often encounter: Loan-to-Value ratio, or LTV. It's essential when lenders decide on your car loan application, and here'...

The Easiest and Most Expensive Car Brands to Keep Running and Why That Matters

When you buy a car, the price tag is just the beginning. Keeping a car running can add up, especially if you use it a lot.  Consumer Reports, a group that helps people make smart buying d...

Why Some Electric Vehicle Buyers Didn’t Get Their Tax Credits This Year

When Kristina Meier bought her plug-in electric minivan last September, she thought claiming the $7,500 federal tax credit would be straightforward.  Despite carefully reading all the IRS docu...

The Unseen Expense of Buying a New Chinese Car

When you buy a new car from China, it might lose its value quicker than cars from Korea or Japan, especially if you're in Vietnam. A study found that MG cars, a brand from China, can lose between 24% to 33% of their valu...