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11 Ways to get cheaper car insurance

How to Get the Best Deal on Car Insurance

Every state in the U.S. requires that you have Car insurance. And of course, you want to protect yourself financially should something bad happen.
So with a captive audience, you might think that car insurance would be really expensive. Fortunately, competition among companies and a bit of knowledge on your part when looking for car insurance can help you lower your payments for this crucial coverage.

The biggest thing you can do to keep your car insurance rates low is by driving safely. Don’t get any speeding tickets! Having a clean driving record keeps your premiums lower than if you have any accidents or tickets to your name. Driver’s under 25 should take driver’s education or a safe driving school which will not only make them a better driver but also get them a nice discount on their car insurance. Some insurance companies offer an electronic device that plugs into your car and tracks your driving. It not only provides hard data proving you are a good driver but it also gives you real-time feedback on how you are doing. For instance, it will beep if you accelerate or stop too abruptly. This feedback will help you become not only a safer driver but also save you money on (now expensive) gasoline.

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Window Tinting

Does it Pay to Get Your Car Windows Tinted?

Have you ever thought about getting your vehicle’s windows tinted? It is a very popular trend in today’s world. Many people like getting their windows tinted because they can see better in the daytime when the sun is shining through. In some states certain types of window tinting is illegal, usually a certain percentage of darkness, so be sure not to exceed the legal limit in your state. Although there are DIY kits available, it takes skill, patience, and talent to be able to perform this job well. As is obvious from the bubble-laden DIY jobs you often see on the road.

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Sinking Fund

Why to Set up a Car Care Fund

The beginning of the year is a good time to set a budget for the major expenses that you know that you’ll have, such as your house payment and utilities. Your car is another asset that you want to ensure is financially covered. Unfortunately, when many people set their car budget they forget to include irregular expenses like repairs and tires, etc. The following are a few reasons to consider making a special fund to cover your car expenses through regular contributions instead of waiting until there’s trouble.

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Car buying tips

How to Make a New Car Affordable

If you’re like most families, then you must adhere to a pretty strict budget. This means any new purchase, particularly a big one like a car, gets a great deal of scrutiny. However, this doesn’t mean you can’t afford to buy a new car for your family. It just means you need to be wise about it. Here are some tips for finding the best deals on a new vehicle for your family.

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Buying a car deal

Car Hunting on a Budget

We strongly recommend only buying a car that you can pay cash for. Even if you just start with an old “beater” and then take the money that you would have spent on payments and pay them to yourself until you can afford to buy something better. However,  most people don’t have the cash to buy a car and don’t follow this “beater” system. Thus, they must finance their vehicle and end up paying extra for interest. To make matters worse, some buyers make the mistake of not doing their homework, and this causes them to lose hundreds or even thousands of dollars in a bad deal. Read on for advice on buying a car on a budget.

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Car Financing

Say Hello to a Good Buy: How to Make Financing a Car Less Complicated

If you look at your car and wonder how much longer it’s going to get you where you need to go, it might be necessary to replace it with a newer model. If you haven’t saved up enough to pay cash for your next vehicle, the thought of financing a vehicle may be frightening, but it doesn’t have to be that way. You can find financing that is simple and straightforward. Here are a few suggestions to help.

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