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7 Things to Know Before Buying a Pre-Owned Car

June 11, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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As someone who used to work on vehicles on used car lots, there are a ton of things that dealerships will try to hide from you to get you to sign on the dotted line. That said, there are steps you can take to protect yourself throughout the … [Read more...] about 7 Things to Know Before Buying a Pre-Owned Car

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Your “Certified Pre-Owned” Vehicle May Be a Flood-Damaged Write-Off

June 2, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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While I tend to look for certified pre-owned dealers (or buy from the dealer, in general), CPO cars aren't always the best bet. In some cases, you could still be buying a damaged vehicle that they've fixed up to pass inspection. More often, … [Read more...] about Your “Certified Pre-Owned” Vehicle May Be a Flood-Damaged Write-Off

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Cars

Why You Should Never Buy A Used Car From Social Media

April 15, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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It’s tempting. You scroll through Facebook Marketplace, see a sleek used car listed for half the dealership price, and think, “Why not?” But what looks like a deal on social media often turns into a disaster. Behind the filters, emojis, and casual … [Read more...] about Why You Should Never Buy A Used Car From Social Media

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Cars

Is the Used Car Market One Big Scam?

April 9, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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If you've shopped for a used car lately, you've probably asked yourself, Why are these prices so high? It’s not just you—the used car market has exploded in recent years, and not always in a good way. Between sky-high markups, shady history reports, … [Read more...] about Is the Used Car Market One Big Scam?

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Don’t Buy It: 5 Red Flags When Buying a Used Car

April 9, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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The average price of a used car in the United States sits between $25,000 and $26,000. While this can be cheaper than buying something brand new, you should be careful before moving forward with your purchase. There are some blaring red flags that … [Read more...] about Don’t Buy It: 5 Red Flags When Buying a Used Car

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