car financing

I put a down payment on a car for my boyfriend, and now he’s ghosted me. Do I have any way to get the car or my money back?

Giving financial help to someone you care about only for them to disappear into thin air is a scenario that happens more often than people realize. The key is figuring out your rights and your options.
June 11, 2025 Penelope Singh

I agreed to co-sign my son's car loan, but haven't signed anything. Am I still on the hook?

If your child just agreed to a terrible financing deal and you’re listed as a co-signer, but you haven’t signed anything yet, you might be wondering if you’re legally on the hook.
May 15, 2025 Jane O'Shea

My dad leased a car with terrible terms. Is there a way out?

A bad car lease can give you a rough financial ride, but there are ways to escape without destroying your credit or draining your savings.
May 14, 2025 Marlon Wright

My son makes great money but wants to buy a new truck. How do I convince him it's a bad investment?

It’s exciting when your child lands a well-paying job, but when the first thing he wants to do is buy a fully loaded pickup truck, you may wonder how to steer him toward a smarter financial decision.
May 9, 2025 Peter Kinney

I lied on my car loan application, but can't make the payments. Should I default?

Fudging numbers on a financing application might seem like a harmless shortcut to a new car, but if you can't make the payments, you'll be in a jam. Fortunately, there are other options than default.
May 2, 2025 Sammy Tran