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Topic . Guides
CarEdge vs. CARCHEX Extended Warranty
Vehicle service contracts (VSCs), colloquially known as extended warranties, are commonly purchased to mitigate the risk of a financially devastating repair bill. Instead of being hit with expensive...
5 Phrases to Say When Negotiating a Car Price
When it comes to buying a car, there are definitely no “magic words” that will convince a salesperson to give you an amazing deal, but there are a few phrases that can give you leverage in...
Success Story: Michael
Everyone loves a good success story. At CarEdge, we take great pride in giving our customers the knowledge and confidence they need when they’re buying a car. Today, we’re going to meet Michael....
What’s a Better Value in 2021: Used or New?
Updated September 22, 2021 One of the oldest pieces of wisdom that people have passed around about buying a car is that it’s always better to buy a used car. In fact, nearly 70% of Americans say...

How to Get the Original Window Sticker for Any Vehicle (Free)
If you're buying a new car in 2025, odds are high that you'll take a look at the vehicle's window sticker (also known as the Monroney Sticker). Window stickers are federally mandated to be displayed...
Endurance vs. CarShield Extended Warranty
There’s a heated debate among car owners about whether it’s worth it to extend a car warranty via a vehicle service contract. A vehicle service contract (VSC) is similar to a manufacturer warranty,...
What Can I Learn from a CarFax Report?
Understanding the history of a used car before you buy it is vital, but it can sometimes be difficult to get a full and accurate picture. Some sellers may lie about the condition of a vehicle or...
Success Story: Mike C.
We love hearing from our CarEdge members about their recent car deals. It’s always wonderful to see the ways they’ve used our solutions to negotiate and secure an excellent deal on their next car....
Success Story: Melissa
We love to hear success stories from the members at CarEdge. It’s great to see how people are putting our tools and information to use and securing excellent deals on their new purchases, sales, and...
Trade In a Car and Use It to Your Advantage
Trading in your car can help you to buy a new car without having to put a large amount of money down. However, you need to keep in mind that dealerships will want to sell you a new car for as much...
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