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High Gas Prices with The Kiplinger Letter’s Jim Patterson
cars Why are we paying so much more at the pump? How long will it last? What can you do? Plus: Congress is making changes to retirement-savings rules again.
By David Muhlbaum Published
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How to Get a Car Deal in This Market
Buying & Leasing a Car Low inventories mean it’s hard to haggle on price, but you can still negotiate on financing when shopping for a new or used car.
By Rivan V. Stinson Published
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There’s No Escaping Your Credit Score (So Make It Count)
Financial Planning Kiplinger’s credit expert, Lisa Gerstner, joins us to talk credit strategy. Also, a number of new electric cars hit the market this year. Will one work for Sandy?
By David Muhlbaum Published
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Electric Vehicles Take Charge in 2022
Buying & Leasing a Car A range of new battery electric vehicles is coming for Tesla. And then there’s the electric Ford F-150, a landmark debut.
By David Muhlbaum Published
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Renting a Car Over the Holidays Will Be a Trip
cars Chip shortages, the pandemic and a surge in demand will combine to make renting a car a challenge. Here’s our best advice to find a rental you can afford.
By Elaine Silvestrini Published
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Car Buying for Beginners
Buying & Leasing a Car Haggle over the price of the car and the terms of the loan to keep your monthly payments in check.
By Michael Korsh Published
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Negotiate a Better Deal
Smart Buying For a price break on a number of products and services, all you have to do is ask. But first read up on tactics the experts use.
By Daniel Bortz Published
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Should I Buy or Lease a Car?
cars It comes down to what type of owner you are. Do you like to hold onto your car for years or switch it out frequently? Do you drive a lot of miles? Do you dislike paying for comprehensive insurance? How you answer could help steer your decision.
By Roxanne Alexander, CFP®, CAIA, AIF®, ADPA® Published
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Complain and Get Results
Smart Buying Use these tried-and-true strategies to get companies to listen to you.
By Emma Patch Published
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