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Month: Last updated Jan 1, 2024
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I sold cars for 43 years. Here are 3 reasons why you should NEVER go into the car business | Episode 16
Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourautoadvocates Get early access to the upcoming Market Price Report: https://caredge.com/market-price-report/ Stay connected with Ray, Zach,...
Buying a Repossessed Car: Here’s What You Need to Know
Buying a repossessed car carries a lot of stigma. Why was the vehicle repossessed? Did the previous owner maintain it at all? Am I getting a great deal because it was a repo? Savvy car buyers who...
Buying a Car on Craigslist? Here Are 4 Things You Need to Do First.
As if buying a car wasn’t difficult enough, buying a car on craigslist, eBay, or from any private party ads an additional layer of complexity. Knowing you are buying a car that is reliable and safe...
Car Trade in Tactics for Success
As if buying a car wasn’t tricky enough, the equation becomes even more complex when the topic of your trade-in comes into play. If you’re like one of the millions of car buyers each year that...
The Origin Story of CarEdge| Episode 15
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Sell to Carvana: My Honest Review
Updated for 2024 When it comes time to say goodbye to your current set of wheels, you have plenty of options. You could sell to Carvana, sell to CarMax, sell to a private party, or perhaps trade in...
Want to buy a used car? So does everyone else.| Episode 14
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What is a pre-purchase inspection?
🚘 Search for cars with no ads Some things in life are worth checking twice. For example, when you leave your home it isn’t a bad idea to double check that you locked the...
Common Car-Buying Mistakes: 4 Things You Should NEVER Do When Buying a Used Car
Buying a used car in today’s market is like trying to ride a unicycle in grass — difficult. If you’re uninformed, you could easily overpay, fall victim to predatory fees, or even end up with a...

Car Dealership Fees: Which Add-Ons Are Legit, and Which Are Fake?
Dealership fees and add-ons can add up to hundreds and even thousands of dollars, but that doesn’t mean you have to pay them. It's no secret that dealer markups are ruining car buying. This guide to...
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