Drivers Lane Blog

Most people require reliable transportation for their daily needs, and being without a car just isn’t a viable option. Is there a way to get a vehicle NOW even though your credit is damaged?

According to WalkScore.com, Raleigh is a “car-dependent city” with “minimal transit.” This means that the average Raleighite will need a car in order to conveniently get to work, go to school or to run daily errands.

The decision to purchase a new car versus a used one should be based on more than a simple desire for the latest and greatest. It can make a lot financial sense to purchase a new vehicle.

Christmas Eve is a time to relax and enjoy yourself, but don't let your guard down if your plans involve time on the roads. Unfortunately, even though it’s a holiday, accidents and theft won’t be taking the night off.

When most people think of New England, they typically don’t associate this geographically and architecturally beautiful region with bad credit, but a surprising amount of New Englanders actually do have credit issues.

If you are facing moderate to severe credit issues, you are not alone. There are plenty of people in Florida who have faced bankruptcy, foreclosure, repossession and other issues that have left them with a low credit score.

Thousands of Americans apply for credit cards every day, and before you become one of them, maybe you should stop and ask yourself why you’re applying for a certain card at this particular time. There certainly are good reasons for wanting to be approved for a line of credit. Unfortunately, there are also unhealthy justifications for getting a credit card.

Dealing with a tarnished financial history is rough, and it can be overwhelming. Sadly, for many Americans, this is not an uncommon situation to be in. What can you do to get back on the right track?

Many car buyers make the mistake of purchasing the car they want first, then they have to scramble to put together a budget that will accommodate the payments. That’s completely backwards. It makes more sense to know exactly what you can afford before visiting the dealership.

If you love riding your bike, your favorite hobby should be a factor in deciding which vehicle to buy. Yes, any car can effectively carry a bicycle with the right roof rack system installed, but some vehicles are just naturally better than others at carrying bikes from Point A to Point B.