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Consumer Tips: How to Buy a Car, Vehicle Financing, Vehicle Leasing

Buying a vehicle is typically one of the largest purchases a consumer will make. Over a lifetime, a consumer will purchase many vehicles spending thousands of dollars. With this in mind, we at AICE, LLC know how important it is for vehicle shoppers to be well informed. Better informed shoppers make better decisions leading to satisfaction after the purchase.

Here are a few things you need to know about before you purchase your next vehicle:

• Know what you want
• Know what you can afford
• Know who you are dealing with
• Know the vehicle and check it out

There are a number of websites that can provide information to help you get answers about the things you need to know before purchasing a vehicle:

• Understanding Vehicle Financing
• Federal Trade Commission
• Federal Reserve System
• Florida Division of Motorist Services to verify title, lien, odometer and brand status 
• Florida Attorney General (lemon law)
• Kelly Blue Book
• Consumer Reports