How to buy a used car from a dealer or private party
Here’s what to look for when buying a used car to minimize your risk.
5 min read
Mar 11, 2024
Allison Martin
Contributor, Personal Finance
Allison Martin is a contributor to Bankrate covering personal finance, including mortgages, auto loans and small business loans. Martin’s work began over 10 years ago as a digital content strategist, and she’s since been published in several leading outlets, including The Wall Street Journal, MSN Money, MoneyTalksNews, Investopedia, Experian and Credit.com. Martin, a Certified Financial Education Instructor (CFE), also shares her passion for financial literacy and entrepreneurship with others through interactive workshops and programs.
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Wells Fargo vs. Credit Direct: Which offers better auto loans?
Wells Fargo lends through dealers, while Credit Direct provides personal loans.
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