A Comprehensive Look at the Car Buying Process (English)

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While shopping for a vehicle is exciting, it can also be complicated and time-consuming. There are many questions that have to be answered. What features do you need and want? Should you buy new or used? Or should you lease? How much can you afford to spend? Should you get a loan from the dealership or your financial institution?

A car is an expensive purchase, one that cannot be returned simply because you feel you made a mistake. This 5-page program - with an optional quiz to ensure understanding - will cover the basic information you need to know to make the best decisions and drive away happy, including:

Car Shopping Considerations
Should You Buy New or Used or Lease?
Your Credit Score and Financing
Getting the Best Price
Your Legal Rights

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