Smart Borrower Articles

1. Should you take a car to college?

Ask yourself these questions while deciding.

2. Used car buying basics for students

Getting a good deal on a used car goes beyond the seller's asking price.

3. New car buying basics for students

New car buying basics for students

4. Top seven car-buying mistakes

Before you go car shopping, learn from the mistakes of others so you can avoid making them yourself.

5. Auto leasing checklist

6. New car or used car: How to choose

New cars are enticing. But when it comes to value, it’s hard to beat the advantages of buying a used car.

7. New car: Lease vs. buy

Use our chart to help you determine if it makes more sense for you to lease a car or to buy a car.

8. Tips for buying a new car

Do some research. You'll be less likely to be pressured into a hasty or expensive decision at the showroom.

9. Tips for buying a used car

10. Five key auto finance terms

Be an informed consumer -- make sure you know key terminology before purchasing and financing your next car.