Auto loan answers

Is a lender allowed to consider my age or where my income comes from when deciding whether to give me a loan?

Can a lender or dealer consider my sex, marital status, or dependents when deciding whether to give me an auto loan?

Can a lender or dealer ask me about the alimony, child support, or separate maintenance payments that I receive when I apply for an auto loan?

How do credit reporting companies get my information?

What is covered under the Military Lending Act?

Do auto and homeowners insurance companies share my information about claims?

Should I trade in my car if it’s not paid off?

What should I know before I finalize a car or auto loan?

What things can I negotiate when shopping for a car or auto loan?

What kind of credit inquiry has no effect on my credit score?

What should I do if I think an auto dealer or lender is breaking the law?

What factors into the price of a car or vehicle?

What is a buy rate for an auto loan?

What is an extended warranty or vehicle service contract?

What kind of auto insurance options are available when financing a car?

What is the difference between a loan interest rate and the APR?

What is mandatory binding arbitration in an auto purchase agreement?

What is a Finance and Insurance (F&I) department?

How much can I afford to borrow for a car or auto loan?

How do I compare auto loan offers?

What should I know before I shop for a car or auto loan?

What are the different ways to buy or finance a car or vehicle?

Where can I get information on auto loan rates?

How will shopping for an auto loan affect my credit?

How does a lender decide what interest rate to offer me on an auto loan?