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Credit Tips for College Students

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Fall is finally upon us and that means students are getting ready to head back to school for the year. For a college student, having the means to travel has always been important. It’s also a lesson in the importance of a credit score so that you can get a good car loan. Getting yourself a credit history can be very difficult according to The Christian Science Monitor. Lenders tend to be very cautious with new applicants. For those applying the first time, they have some tips to stay ahead of the curve.

The first tip is to start slowly. That means to not go crazy on applying for credit. An influx of too many applications can seem like to a lender that you’re too desperate for credit. It can really have a negative impact on your credit score.

Next is having a co-signer. A parent or a close relative can really give you a leg up on getting yourself a great rate. Be careful with this privilege however, because any that can happen on your end, such as missing payments, can come back and hurt the person who helped. Make sure you know what you’re getting into so that you don’t damage your own and your parent’s credit score.

The next two tips go hand in hand. You’ll want three lines of credit. In order for your file to be considered something other than too thin, you need at least three lines of credit. That being said, variety is also important. The algorithms that create your credit score like to see a difference in the kinds of accounts that you have. What that means is that credit cards are not the one-stop-shop of upping your credit score. Other things, such as a car loan, can also help.

Getting a head start on establishing a credit history goes a long way in life. It doesn’t take long for anyone once they really get started on their own to see how important that number is. Using these tips, you can be prepared and when the time comes to purchase your vehicle, you get the best deal you can get.

Stop by Bayside Chrysler Jeep Dodge to finance a vehicle with us. We’re looking to help people with bad credit get themselves into the car they need. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for more credit tips.

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Improve Your Auto Loan Terms in 4 Easy Steps

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Shopping around for an auto loan can be a trying experience, especially with a low credit score. It can seem impossible to find the car you want at rates and terms you can afford. Most people don’t know that they can improve their chances of getting a better rate, though, by following these 4 simple steps.

  1. Be Honest with Yourself: Take a look over your personal finances and ask yourself how much you can really afford to spend. Do you really need a new car, or are you better able to afford a good used car? If your finances are tight already, then a reliable vehicle that generally doesn’t need a lot of repairs is a smarter choice than something flashier (and pricier).
  2. Research Before Going Into a Dealership: When you go into a dealership, that dealership assumes that you are ready to test drive and buy. If you want to research model reviews, it is better to do so before going in. Otherwise, you could end up buying a car you didn’t really want or hem and haw over the pros and cons of a model and waste the salesperson’s time. It is always good to go into a sale certain that this is the car you want, but keep in mind that the dealership’s sales staff make money on commissions. Be considerate of that, and if you aren’t ready to buy, walk away and let that salesperson help another customer.
  3. Bring a Down Payment: Fox Business recommends having a 20 percent down payment for a new car and 10 percent for a used car. By having that down payment, it increases the chances of getting a better interest rate and lower monthly payments.
  4. Shoot For a Shorter Loan Length: The value of a car, especially a new car, depreciates fairly quickly, so it is better to go with a shorter loan length. Even if it means higher monthly payments, you will probably end up with a higher interest rate if you get a longer loan.

Are you shopping for an auto loan but running into problems because of your credit? Give Bayside Chrysler Jeep Dodge a chance to help you. You can see our online new and pre-owned inventory here, and be sure to like Bayside on Facebook and follow Bayside on Twitter to get the latest news from the auto industry.

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Auto Loans Increase for People With Poor Credit

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The auto industry is booming because of many factors. One of these factors is that people are finally at a point where their old vehicle is just no longer affordable to keep. It’s time to start browsing the lot of both new and used and see which best replaces the old ride. The problem that these people face is that they were pushing every mile out of their previous car due to the fact that a new vehicle seemed unobtainable due to financial reasons. Many consumers get discouraged by believe that poor credit means no good deals wait for them. There’s good news for people who need that new car but are scared to see what their credit scores means for the payments.

Fox Business is reporting that a new study from Experian Automotive shows that buyers with challenged credit are getting approved for auto financing. What’s even better about that is due to the lower scores getting approval, that brings the average scores down for everyone else. That means that lenders are making more loans. The report shows that loans to car buyers with subprime credit scores increased by 11.4%. These buyers are also getting bigger loans, with the average amount going up $589 from last year on a new car and $411 for a used vehicle.

These changes have come about because more and more consumers are paying back their loans as agreed upon. The number of payments that were 30 days delinquent dropped by 7.6% and 12.1% for 60 days. Vehicle repossession went down by 37.1%.

If you’re one of the people looking to finally find that car that you need, for work or pleasure, but are dealing with challenged credit, then give Bayside Chrysler Jeep Dodge a chance to help you. The new and pre-owned line up is available for online browsing. Like our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter to see the current news in the auto industry.

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