Car Loan

Will settling car loan debt kill credit score?

Dear Driving for Dollars,I've been having trouble making my payments on my car loan, and my bank has offered me a settlement plan. If I take that offer, will it damage my credit?-- Cynthia Dear Cynthia,Yes, ...

Establish credit by co-signing a car loan?

Dear Driving for Dollars,I need to buy a car and don't have much of a credit history. I was told I should get a co-signer for a car loan. My sister is considering co-signing for me. If she does, which ...

Pay off high-interest car loan early, if possible

Most lenders continue to report accounts to credit bureaus that have been paid off for several years. Also, a son whose mother embezzled his college fund should ask her to return the money if he doesn't want to pursue legal action. Dear Liz: I have a high-interest car loan (more than 10%) and just landed a part-time job to add to my full-time cash flow. I want to pay the car off as quickly as ...

Car loans coast down low-rate lane during 2012

While it's been a rough year for many American consumers, it was a great time for those borrowing to buy a car. Interest rates on car loans hit record lows, and lenders eased lending standards so more ...

Doha Bank offers 0% car loan

Doha Bank announced yesterday a 0% interest car loan on all car brands in Qatar, to coincide with the ongoing Second International Edition of Qatar Motor Show.

Video: Shop around for car loan

Don't wait until you're in the dealership office to figure out financing. While it makes sense to get a quote for a dealer car loan, you can search for better financing through a bank or credit union, ...

Looser Credit Standards Boost Car Sales

Real-Time Advice: Borrowers with less-than-perfect credit scores are finding it easier to get car loans again.