Manny Quinn Guide
7 Questions to Ask Before Financing a Car
Quick answer: Before financing, understand the rate, term, amount financed, monthly payment, total cost, trade equity, and optional products.
1. What is the interest rate?
Know the annual percentage rate and whether it is fixed.
2. How long is the loan?
A longer term can lower the payment but may increase total cost.
3. What is the amount financed?
Know the exact amount after down payment, trade, taxes, fees, and products.
4. What is the monthly payment?
Important, but not the only number to review.
5. What is the total of payments?
This helps show the overall cost across the loan term.
6. Is my trade equity handled correctly?
Verify trade value and any remaining payoff.
7. Are optional products included?
Ask what is optional and how it affects the amount financed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I shop only by monthly payment?
No. Rate, term, amount financed, and total cost matter too.
Can a longer loan lower the payment?
Yes, though it can increase total cost depending on the terms.
Should I read the contract before signing?
Yes. Review every figure and ask about anything unclear.
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