The Best Times to Buy Big-Ticket Items
Do you know — or think you know — the best time to buy a car? A laptop? Furniture? A TV? Savvy shoppers know the best time to get linens is during January’s white sales and that July is a great time...
View ArticleThis Week In Your Wallet: Prime Time And Planning For The Future
We’re now in the home stretch of Amazon Prime Day frenzy — AKA the Black Friday of summer — and there’s about 12 more hours of bargain shopping to be had. If you weren’t already a Prime member, this...
View ArticleAsk Jean Chatzky: How Can I Get Over The Mental Block Of Buying A New Car?
Q: My husband and I are public servants and fortunate to have steady employment. After taxes, his pension fund contributions, my 13% 401(k) contributions, health insurance deductions, etc., we bring in...
View ArticleEnding a Car Lease Early Now That Cars Are in High Demand
To lease or to buy: that is the question—at least when it comes to cars. Leasing a car can make sense in many situations. But there are times when you may wonder whether it’s possible to get out of the...
View Article5 Things You Can Do To Help Your Car Last Longer
The pandemic has done strange things to the economy, including the used car market. Since March 2020, used car prices have increased by almost 40%. And whether you own your car outright and are...
View ArticleWith The Car Market Up, Should I Sell My Car?
Yes, new cars are flying off the lot right now, but used car sales increased by double that amount in 2021. With the price of used vehicles soaring as a result, maybe you’ve been thinking about putting...
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