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Ways to Save Money

Buying a Used Car

Before buying any used car, compare the seller’s asking price with a bluebook.  The bluebook will give you the present book value of the car.  This will ensure that you don’t get taken for a fool.Have a mechanic check the car out from top to bottom especially if the car is being sold to you as is.Think about buying a used car from somebody that you know and trust.  You are less likely to get stuck with a car that has problems. 

Gasoline

Keep your tires inflated to their appropriate pressure and keep the engine tuned up.  Doing this will save you money on gasoline.Try comparing prices at different gas stations.  Also, take a look at your owners manual to see what the lowest octane allowed for your car is.  There is no sense in wasting your money on expensive gas when your car doesn’t call for it.

Car Repairs

Consumers waste billions of dollars each year on unnecessary or poorly done car repairs.  How many times have you gone to get an oil change expecting to spend only $30 and leave there $200 later?  Mechanics have the tendency to tell you this, that and the other thing need to be repaired RIGHT AWAY.  Try to find a mechanic who is certified and well established.  You should also consider asking a friend or family member who their mechanic is.  A good mechanic will communicate with you about repair options and let you know how much repairs will cost you. 

Auto Loans

If and when you decide to buy a new car, consider giving a big down payment or paying cash for the whole thing (if you have the cash).  Think about it, if you have $10,000 in your savings account earning less than 1 percent interest, wouldn’t you rather save in the long run? If you finance the car, you will dish out thousands of dollars in interest.