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		<title>How To Have Fun And Make Cheap Purchases</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 18:12:21 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Prior to making the trip to your car dealer, search around to see if there are any better options available. I would say that when you buy from a car dealer, there are always additional costs involved which also includes their commission and so on.
What Will Be The Value Be After Two Years?
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Prior to making the trip to your car dealer, search around to see if there are any better options available. I would say that when you buy from a car dealer, there are always additional costs involved which also includes their commission and so on.</p>
<p>What Will Be The Value Be After Two Years?</p>
<p>This is an important point to consider; how much will your car worth after 2 years of use? The general rule is that after two years of use, the car will depreciate as much as 40% of the value of a new model. Furthermore, after 5 years, the car will depreciate as much as 65% of the value (approximately). So, the best advice would be on how to avoid this depreciation value of your car.</p>
<p>It is common for experts to advise in purchasing cars that are between 3-5 years so that buyers do not go through the depreciation value themselves because the value that is purchased then will already be between forty to sixty-five percent of the value. The bottom line is experts advice you against buying brand new cars and purchase a used one instead.</p>
<p>Another sound advice would be to visit car auctions for new car purchases. With online car auctions very much available, you may not even leave the comfort of home when it comes to car purchases. The idea behind car auctions is that they work in a way of selling  ex government vehicle, repossessed vehicles,  and dealers clearing up their old cars.</p>
<p>The above option offers substantial savings on your auto purchases. In addition to this, experts will tell you that when buying from car dealers, the price involved will have been substantially marked up. In contrast, shopping from car auctions will enable you to purchase at wholesale price and thus, saving a big deal.</p>
<p>Car auctions can easily be searched over the Internet. They can also be availed in your local area. The best part when it comes to online car auctions is that buyers are guaranteed against any misrepresentation. This is to say that should your purchase be different from what was advertised, you would get a complete refund on the purchase made.</p>
<p>The above also applies to your local car auctions. You are entitled to take the car for a test drive only after winning the bid. Should there be a dissatisfaction with the performance, you will be entitled to retract your bid for a complete refund.</p>
<p>The above tips will enable you to save substantially on your car purchases as well as to avoid going through the depreciation calue of your car. All it takes is a little effort and research on your part to avail the best deals.</p>
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		<title>Important Pointers You Need To Be Aware Of</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 18:09:35 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Car rental expenses is one of the most difficult expense to be in control of. This is due to all the extra gadgets, fees and subcharges involved.  Items such as  Features like Global Positioning System (GPS) navigation,  fuel,  late return policy,  drop-off policy,taxes ,insurance policy and other expenses are all [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Car rental expenses is one of the most difficult expense to be in control of. This is due to all the extra gadgets, fees and subcharges involved.  Items such as  Features like Global Positioning System (GPS) navigation,  fuel,  late return policy,  drop-off policy,taxes ,insurance policy and other expenses are all unpredictable. The main issue here is that there is no way of knowing the charges until the car is returned.</p>
<p>The next time you plan to travel, make a quick search over the search engines to avail the best possible car rental deals. Due to the competition involved, it is not impossible to avail competitive rates. However when you are faced with the car rental agent at the airport car rental desk, the continuous questions imposed upon us will have confused us and cause us to lose judgment with ease. Hence, we have provided a list of important pointers you need to be aware of prior to renting a car.</p>
<p>Deposit</p>
<p>You should take into account the amount of deposit the car rental company will block on your credit card. This amount is usually tantamount to the total car rental cost and upon the return, the credit will be unblocked and available for use within the next 14 days.</p>
<p>Insurance</p>
<p>This is one of the most important pointers. There are several insurance types, including but not limited to Liability Insurance Supplement (LIS), Personal Effects Coverage (PEC) Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Personal Accident Insurance (PAI) . As a general rule of thumb, car rental insurance can cost anything between $8 to $40 a day. From the total 25 different available insurance types, I personally would recommend the CDW and LIS. CDW involves the repair and replacement costs while LIS protects you from lawsuits as a result of injuries or damaged caused by you.</p>
<p>Prior to taking up insurance with car rentals, do ensure that you haven&#8217;t already been insured under other policies. In certain instances, your credit company has already included travelers insurance which also includes car rental. If this is the case, you should read all the terms &amp; conditions involved thoroughly. Should you need to purchase travelers insurance separately, do include car rental insurance which should suffice.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.quinn-direct.co.uk/car-insurance/">Student car insurance</a> quotes online from the leading UK car insurance company</p>
<p>GPS Navigation</p>
<p>The charges vary between $8-$15 a day. If you are going to rent a car for more than seven days or so, do look for online alternatives as this might prove to be a cheaper alternative.</p>
<p>Late Return Policy</p>
<p>This is a very important aspect in car rentals. As a general rule of thumb, most companies have this policy in effect upon 30 minutes after the stipulated car return time. You will need to endure a full day rental should it exceed 30 minutes.</p>
<p>Overall, deposit, GPS Navigation, Insurance policy and Late Return Policy can all add up to hundreds of dollars in savings when long-term car rental is involved</p>
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		<title>When You Have A Credit Situation, How Do You Buy A Car?</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 17:37:09 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The car industry is based on buyers like you and me. But what about those who are unemployed? This situation applies to many Americans who have been either retrenched or simply unemployed due to the economic conditions. What happens then if you need a car to move on? How do you go about applying for [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">The car industry is based on buyers like you and me. But what about those who are unemployed? This situation applies to many Americans who have been either retrenched or simply unemployed due to the economic conditions. What happens then if you need a car to move on? How do you go about applying for a car loan? Here are some important pointers:</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
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<li class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">Be as realistic as possible regarding the price range</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">Be prepared prior to shopping. Know your current credit score</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">Never allow others to run up your credit without a reason</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">Don&#8217;t be over adamant on the car you are seeking; be prepared      to shop around before deciding on the actual car</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">Make the deal worthwhile</span></li>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">A major issue is when it comes to the down payment. Since dealers need this in order for the deal to be processed, they would never reveal their alternatives. For those who do not have the cash needed for the down payment, there are dealers that offer cash back as an alternative to you putting your own cash.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">It would not be a problem for those whose credit score is over 700 but it may be for those whose credit score is 680 below. Sometimes, it can be a pain in the neck but if you do not have what it takes to make a down right cash purchase, you will have to go about with the dealers&#8217; ways.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">If your application have been turned down due to bad credit, I will recommend those of you who are US Citizens aged 18 above to use this site<span>  </span>go here<span>  </span>to obtain a free credit report online at an instant.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">I wish you all the best.</span></p>
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		<title>Buying A Car With Bad Credit</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 17:35:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Now that you have a bad credit and need to get a car just so your life resumes to normal you are wondering if that is possible. The good news is that it is possible to obtain an auto loan. The offside to this that you will be categorized under the subprime category and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> Now that you have a bad credit and need to get a car just so your life resumes to normal you are wondering if that is possible. The good news is that it is possible to obtain an auto loan. The offside to this that you will be categorized under the subprime category and will be charged a higher interest rate compared to a person with excellent credit. It may seem to be a negative issue but it can motivate you to make changes in your life. This is without saying that having a car loan approved could help you improve your credit which can be vital for your future purchases.</p>
<p>The Internet is a good source for you to seek bad credit car auto loans. You should bear in mind the following when approved for a car loan, The dealerships involves do not have your best interests in mind; if possible, they would encourage you to use every single cent you have. Get something that suits your needs and budget. This is one key factor to cleaning up your credit record. For instance, if you are approved for a car loan amount of $15,000 and you are able to get something decent for $8,000, get what you NEED and not what you DESIRE. There is no point in running up your credit again just for a car.</p>
<p>Do your own research so that you know where you stand. This is what most car buyers neglect to see; they would get the first thing they see without any further research. You could very well be overpaying if you are not aware of the market price. On the other hand, if you go into a dealership equipped with the knowledge on the current market price, there is no reason you should be overpaying. This is, surprisingly, a factor that pertains to more people than you can imagine.</p>
<p><span lang="EN-US">The majority of bad credit car loans have the condition that the cars have to be a newer model with the mileage not exceeding 80,000 miles. That is about the only condition. The conditions imposed are not without valid reasons. These include :</span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-US">1. You already have a reputation of defaulting loans. </span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-US">2. They do not want to end up with the possibility of refinancing an old, beat-up car.</span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-US"> They would only be suffering a loss if they did. Chances are, most car buyers would be looking for something that is quite new and in good condition and hence, it is not much of a problem. I personally would advise against buying a brand new car as the value would depreciate after several years. It is a most unwise move.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-US">Last but not least, once your car loan is approved, do everything not to default it.</span></p>
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		<title>Purchase Cars At Affordable Prices And Avoid Being Conned</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 17:35:28 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ An Increasing number of people are purchasing cars through online auctions. It is a fact that people who purchase cars through these online auctions save substantially. This is a method is taken advantage by used car dealers who purchase them before making a huge profit off the sales. An important reminder is that all [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> <span lang="EN-US">An Increasing number of people are purchasing cars through online auctions. It is a fact that people who purchase cars through these online auctions save substantially. This is a method is taken advantage by used car dealers who purchase them before making a huge profit off the sales. An important reminder is that all sales conducted through online auctions are finalized so be sure that you know what you are bidding for.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top: 0cm"><span lang="EN-US">There are both free online car auction sites as well as those that require a one-time premium. These sites offer access to their database from all over the world. A perfect example of a free online auction site is the popular Ebay online car auction. You would need to conduct your own research on the cars offered as most of these come from individuals rather than from businesses.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top: 0cm"><span lang="EN-US">Knowing the right place to look is only the beginning when it comes to online auto auctions. You would have to know what to look for. A vital tip would be whenever bidding, you should know your bidding limit and your purchase is legit and not just another scam. If you see a car that draws your interest, avail further information regarding its model and make. Compare the prices with private car sales so that you have a rough idea on the price you should be paying and not get ripped off.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top: 0cm"><span lang="EN-US">Another major point to consider is the condition of the cars on sale on the auction sites. Although the majority of them will appear to be in good condition, you can never be too sure. Whenever possible inspect the vehicle prior to the bidding process. The best way to do this is by bringing your own mechanic along for the inspection. Last but not least, request for a CARFAX report to obtain the history on the car.</span></p>
<p><span lang="EN-US">Discover how you get the latest information on the list of vehicles from US, Australia, Canada, Europe and the rest of the world through online auto auction.</span></p>
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		<title>8 Vital Tips For A Safe Car Rental Experience</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Renting a car with a car rental service need not be a complicated process. We have come up with 8 vital tips in order for you to have a most pleasant experience where car rental is concerned. Following these tips should allow you to avoid paying unnecessarily.
Tip 1 : Find a good car rental [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> <span lang="EN-US">Renting a car with a car rental service need not be a complicated process. We have come up with 8 vital tips in order for you to have a most pleasant experience where car rental is concerned. Following these tips should allow you to avoid paying unnecessarily.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span lang="EN-US">Tip 1</span></strong><span lang="EN-US"> : Find a good car rental service or agent through the Internet. Most of the reputable car rentals provide their services through their websites so do shop around.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span lang="EN-US">Tip 2 </span></strong><span lang="EN-US">: You need to provide your pick up and drop off points in addition to the dates to receive a price quotation.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span lang="EN-US">Tip 3</span></strong><span lang="EN-US"> : Select a car based on your requirements. It is vital to read the stipulated terms and conditions throughly.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span lang="EN-US">Tip 4</span></strong><span lang="EN-US"> : Provide your personal details including your credit card number. A small deposit is often required to reserve the car.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span lang="EN-US">Tip 5</span></strong><span lang="EN-US"> : Prior to departure, ensure that you have all the necessary documents – car rental voucher/receipt, driver&#8217;s license, passport and credit card.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span lang="EN-US">Tip 6</span></strong><span lang="EN-US"> : When you arrive at the car rental service counter, you will be required to clear the outstanding balance. Be sure to read the terms and conditions including insurance details very carefully.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span lang="EN-US">Tip 7 </span></strong><span lang="EN-US">: When you are handed the car, ensure that everything is in order and that the car is damage-free and is well-equipped.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span lang="EN-US">Tip 8 :</span></strong><span lang="EN-US"> Upon delivery of the car, ensure that there is no damage and ensure the receiving agent signs the delivery of vehicle papers.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">Follow the above tips and you will have a most enjoyable experiece.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">Have fun and enjoy your driving experience!</span></p>
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