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Cars

It’s Okay to Pay for Value

03.12.2010 18 comments
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We recently purchased new tires for our car, and something J.D. Roth talked about recently really struck me as relevant.

Navigating The 4 Stages of New Car Ownership

10.13.2009 10 comments
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Breaking down car ownership into four distinct stages, and tips for getting through each one while using your money wisely.

Why I Canceled My Collision and Comprehensive Insurance

08.10.2009 6 comments
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I recently canceled my comprehensive and collision insurance on an older vehicle to save money on my yearly premiums. Here’s a short explanation of why it made sense.

Is It Time for a New Car?

08.03.2009 7 comments
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Five things to consider if you’re thinking about using the recession to your advantage and purchasing a new car. Don’t buy a car just because it’s on sale – think about these five issues instead.

Overview of Cash for Clunkers

07.09.2009 5 comments
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An overview of CARS (Car Allowance Rebate System), formerly known as Cash for Clunkers, which gives you money for upgrading your gas guzzler for a fuel-efficient vehicle.

Resources for Buying Used Cars

07.08.2009 3 comments
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Options when it comes to purchasing a used car, and useful websites to visit when you’re ready to get serious about it.

Alternative Forms of Transportation

07.07.2009 1 comment
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Read about alternatives to cars when it comes to getting from Point A to Point B.

Getting the Best Car Insurance Rates

07.06.2009 3 comments
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Understanding the factors you control when it comes to getting the best car insurance premiums.

Drips Turn Into Rivers – Another Car Story

05.06.2009 4 comments
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When this post was originally conceived, I thought I’d be writing about the importance of home maintenance. But when my car landed in the repair shop last night for yet another seemingly avoidable repair, I thought it apt to change topics.
We all know the importance of preventative maintenance – when it comes to health, assets, [...]

100,000 Miles and Beyond – Make Your Car Last Longer

03.04.2009 0 comments
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Yesterday’s post talked a little bit about some of the principles I live by when it comes to purchasing and maintaining cars. As promised, I’ve prepared today’s post with your car’s health and long life in mind. I’d like to share with you a number of strategies to employ if you’d like to keep your [...]

Principles of Car Ownership

03.03.2009 0 comments
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Today’s post is more like a personal mission for me. Several years ago, I promised myself that I would do everything possible, within reason, to get my car to 100,000 miles. Some of you reading this may consider such mileage and wonder why I haven’t gotten something new yet, and some may laugh and wonder [...]

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