Car Buying Guide Editorial Team
Car Buying Guide
Articles by Car Buying Guide Editorial Team
A Senior's Complete Roadmap to Choosing Between New and Used
9 min · May 10, 2023
Buying a Used Car Without Getting Caught Out on Hidden Costs
5 min · Aug 10, 2025
Certified Pre-Owned vs Standard Used: What the Labels Actually Mean
6 min · Apr 24, 2024
Common Myths About Buying a Used Car
6 min · Dec 31, 2025
Factors Worth Weighing Before Choosing Between New and Used
7 min · Sep 2, 2024
Financing a New Car vs a Used Car: How the Numbers Differ
6 min · Nov 10, 2023
How Mileage and Age Interact When Assessing a Used Vehicle
7 min · Jun 27, 2025
Insurance Costs for New Cars vs Used Cars: What Changes and Why
7 min · May 22, 2023
New Car or Used Car: What Actually Matters for Seniors
6 min · Apr 23, 2026
Reliable Used Cars: What Makes a Model Hold Up Well Over Time
7 min · Dec 6, 2025
The Real Cost of Owning a New Car Over Five Years
7 min · Oct 3, 2025
The Safety Technology Gap Between Older and Newer Vehicles
8 min · Dec 30, 2023
Vehicle History Reports: Reading Them Before You Commit
6 min · Mar 4, 2026
Warranty Coverage on New vs Used Vehicles
6 min · Jan 3, 2023
What a Pre-Purchase Inspection Covers — and Why It's Non-Negotiable for Used Cars
6 min · Sep 24, 2024
Why Used Cars Depreciate Differently Than New Ones
7 min · Apr 21, 2024
A Complete Look at Auto Financing for Senior Car Buyers
8 min · Nov 29, 2025
APR, Loan Term, and Monthly Payments: A Plain-English Glossary for Car Buyers
5 min · Dec 31, 2023
Before You Walk Into a Dealership: A Financing Preparation Checklist
5 min · Sep 9, 2024
Car Financing on a Fixed Income: What Seniors Need to Know
8 min · Jun 9, 2024
Car Loan Pitfalls That Catch Senior Buyers Off Guard
6 min · Mar 25, 2026
Dealer Financing vs. Bank or Credit Union Loans: Understanding the Difference
6 min · Sep 29, 2023
Down Payments and Trade-Ins: How They Shape Your Financing
7 min · Jun 15, 2024
Financing Myths That Can Cost Older Car Buyers Money
6 min · Nov 14, 2024
How Your Credit Score Shapes the Auto Loan You're Offered
7 min · May 8, 2025
Leasing vs. Buying: Which Arrangement Makes More Sense for Older Drivers?
6 min · Aug 5, 2024
Making Auto Financing Work Alongside Social Security and Pension Income
6 min · Mar 8, 2023
Paying Cash for a Car: The Trade-Offs Worth Thinking Through
5 min · Jun 12, 2024
Setting a Realistic Car Budget When Retirement Income Is Your Foundation
7 min · Jul 7, 2025
Short Loan Terms vs. Long Loan Terms: How Repayment Length Affects What You Pay
6 min · Aug 10, 2024
The Total Cost of Owning a Car Goes Beyond the Sticker Price
9 min · Dec 16, 2024
What the Finance Office at a Dealership Actually Does
8 min · Oct 30, 2024
Before You Step Onto the Lot: A Preparation Checklist
6 min · Sep 26, 2025
Buying at a Dealership vs. Through a Private Seller
6 min · Dec 12, 2025
Car Buying Myths That Cost Seniors Money at the Dealership
7 min · Dec 13, 2023
Car Negotiation for People Who Dislike Confrontation
6 min · Oct 21, 2024
Dealer Add-Ons: Which Are Worth Keeping and Which to Decline
6 min · Feb 19, 2024
Dealership Negotiation From Start to Finish
8 min · Apr 11, 2025
How Trade-In Value Fits Into the Negotiation
7 min · Sep 25, 2023
Negotiating the Vehicle Price vs. Negotiating Monthly Payments
6 min · May 5, 2025
Negotiation Approaches That Tend to Backfire
5 min · May 28, 2026
Preparing for the Finance Office: What Happens After You Agree on Price
6 min · Apr 22, 2025
Questions to Ask a Salesperson Before Agreeing to Anything
6 min · Oct 17, 2025
Researching a Fair Price Before You Visit the Lot
7 min · Jul 25, 2025
The Fees That Appear After You Agree on a Price
6 min · Jun 13, 2025
Understanding Car Negotiation for the First Time in Years
8 min · Apr 25, 2024
What 'Out-the-Door Price' Actually Means — and Why It Matters
7 min · Dec 4, 2023
Why Walking Away Is a Legitimate Negotiation Tool
8 min · Mar 26, 2024