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Pickup Payments
Mr. Bilker, I really enjoy reading your newsletter and have gotten several good tips from it. My problem is that I have a 2000 dodge pickup on which I owe about $13,000 on and it is only worth around $9,000. I am about halfway through a five-year loan and am paying $524.00 a month. I married recently and am having a baby soon so I need to find a way to either get rid of this pickup or lower the payments. What would you recommend? Any advice would be appreciated. Thank you. Tracy
 
Lemon list helps consumers avoid a sour experience
We recommend for the prospective purchaser to "research, research, research" as the key to finding the right ride. As the second largest household investment, purchasing a car should be never be a rushed decision.
 
How are you buying a car with credit cards?
Scott, Mechanically, how are you completing the transaction? I've heard some dealerships don't accept credit card purchases (because of the CC discount?).
 
Fuel Efficient Vehicles
The hybrids cost about $5,000 above the all gasoline cars. The hybrids have most all of the components of a gasoline car plus the electrical components.
 
Adventures of the Debt Daredevil:
Car on Credit

In his first mission, the Debt Daredevil takes on the evil used car salesman by helping his friend understand her financing options.
 
How is Your Automotive Aptitude? Take the Car Quiz!
Buying a car can be both exciting and intimidating. You land on the lot, looking to get behind the wheel of the shiny new SUV, convertible, sedan, sportscar you had seen in the flashy TV commercial.
 
New or used car?
Gary, My partner and I are planning on purchasing a car. He would like a station wagon and wants to buy it second-hand. I prefer a brand new car. This is a fairly big purchase for us and I very much would like to know what you think.--Nancy
 
Lowering Vehicle Repair Costs
The cost of vehicles and their related repairs are expensive. Although the tips provided in this article will not eliminate such expenses, they will help you to take control of vehicle repairs and thus lower their costs.
 
VW And Audi Need to Put the Pedal to the Metal Regarding Ignition Coils
I have a 2001 Passat and have had to bring the car in three times due to my ignition coils shorting out. My car is still in the shop, as the dealer is waiting for parts. I know the VW had identified this problem, but is there anything I can do?
 
Advanced Cash-Advance Techniques
I have a 0% interest card and plenty of balance so it seems like a good idea. Problem is the seller is a private party. Obviously I can't use a convenience check or a cash advance or I'll blow the interest strategy. Is there a way to pay a private party so that it appears as a purchase on the card and not an advance? I have checked out PayPal but I'm not sure the seller is Internet active.
 
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