Learn How to Buy a Car, Like a Pro

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You know the car you want. Now it's time to find it on a dealer's lot. 

You could go to a local dealership's webpage and search the inventory, but that particular dealer might not have the vehicle you want in stock.

And it's time-consuming to repeat that process across a dozen other dealer sites. 

But help is at hand: Edmunds' new car or used car inventory tools give you the ability to cast a wider net by searching through our extensive dealership network.

Visit Edmunds website and enter the make and model in the search bar. If you're interested in a used car, click "Used for Sale." 

 Make sure to set your ZIP code correctly to see the vehicles closest to you. If you're not sure what vehicles to consider, take a look at our expert car reviews page. 

Follow the same steps for a new car, then click on "Reviews & Specs," then scroll down to "Shopping Tools," where you'll find "See all for sale." Follow that link and you're good to go. Also, don't forget to check out the New Car Incentives.

Getting a car financed is what takes so long at the car dealership. 

A smart car shopper will acquire Auto Financing beforehand and not rely on the Car Dealership to offer financing that benefits them, and not you.

Putting it plainly a FreshStart Car Loan lets you purchase or refinance your vehicle while rebuilding credit. 

We understand everyone’s story is different. Life happens and sometimes bad things happen to good people. 

In some cases, borrowers come to us with outstanding debt on car payments and having gone through car repossession. 

Regardless of who’s to blame for financial troubles, there is a way out. 

FreshStart Car Loans are your superhero, saving you from unsatisfactory credit history and a bad credit score. 

The final step in buying a car is putting insurance on the car. 

After you have found the car, truck or SUV that you want grab the Vin # from inside the driver door frame. 

By the way, there is a free Vin # Checker App that is easy to download from Google Play.

Also, getting the right Auto Insurance can be a bit tricky so it pays to shop around and get an insurance quote.

You can even customize your policy with Comprehensive Coverage for an extra layer of protection from things besides a collision, including theft. 

If you lease or finance your car, this coverage may be required.

We recommend getting an insurance quote upfront to make sure the car payments and insurance payments will fit in your budget.