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Watch Out for Flood-Damaged Cars from Hurricane Ian

Buying & Leasing a Car In the wake of Hurricane Ian, more flood-damaged cars may hit the market. Car prices may rise further because of increased demand as well.

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  Car Buyers: The 3-Day Grace Period Is Just a Myth!

  Buying & Leasing a Car Many car buyers think they have three days after making a purchase to return a car. Here’s where they’re going wrong, and what they should do instead to get a decent used car.

  By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq. Published 17 September 22

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  Who Pays When a Test Drive Ends in Engine Failure?

  cars A test drive gone wrong ended in a catastrophic engine failure, and the used car sales manager insisted the customer should be on the hook for the major repair bill. But she fought back.

  By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq. Published 5 September 22

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  Car-Buying in an Inflated Market with Jenni Newman

  Buying & Leasing a Car With cars both scarce and expensive these days, what to do if you want – or need – a new ride? Car-buying strategist Jenni Newman of Cars.com shares some tips. Also, more on the magical 9% savings bond.

  By David Muhlbaum Published 2 August 22

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  Repo Risk: Beware Illegal Car Repossessions

  cars Used cars are worth more than ever before. The CFPB warns the hot market may tempt lenders to seize cars when they don’t have a legal right. What can you do if this happens to you?

  By Elaine Silvestrini Published 13 June 22

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  Car Prices: They're Way More Than Meets the Eye

  Brandon Copeland Atlanta Falcons linebacker and Kiplinger contributing editor Brandon Copeland illustrates how car prices are far more than meets the eye.

  By Brandon Copeland Published 11 May 22

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  High Gas Prices with The Kiplinger Letter’s Jim Patterson

  cars Why are we paying so much more at the pump? How long will it last? What can you do? Plus: Congress is making changes to retirement-savings rules again.

  By David Muhlbaum Published 5 April 22

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  How to Get a Car Deal in This Market

  Buying & Leasing a Car Low inventories mean it’s hard to haggle on price, but you can still negotiate on financing when shopping for a new or used car.

  By Rivan V. Stinson Published 28 March 22

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  There’s No Escaping Your Credit Score (So Make It Count)

  Financial Planning Kiplinger’s credit expert, Lisa Gerstner, joins us to talk credit strategy. Also, a number of new electric cars hit the market this year. Will one work for Sandy?

  By David Muhlbaum Published 24 February 22

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  Electric Vehicles Take Charge in 2022

  Buying & Leasing a Car A range of new battery electric vehicles is coming for Tesla. And then there’s the electric Ford F-150, a landmark debut.

  By David Muhlbaum Published 24 February 22

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