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: These lots often charge exorbitant interest and may not report positive payments to credit bureaus.

: Salespeople often hide the high total cost of a car by focusing only on a "low monthly payment". Negotiate the out-the-door price instead. The Pre-Purchase Checklist fair car buying

: Keep the car price, your trade-in value, and financing as three distinct negotiations to prevent "shell game" tactics. : These lots often charge exorbitant interest and

: Ensure the VIN on the dashboard matches the title, logbook, and service records. your trade-in value

: Always run a CARFAX or AutoCheck report to check for accidents, title issues, or flood damage.