Beyond the Car Payment: Helping Consumers Navigate Auto Buying & Lending

Buying and financing a vehicle can be one of the biggest financial decisions a consumer makes, and the process can come with confusing terms, unexpected costs, and practices that can put consumers at risk.  

Join America Saves and The CARS Foundation on Wednesday, October 28 at 2PM ET for a practical conversation designed for financial institutions, financial counselors, community organizations, and advocates. We’ll discuss what consumers are facing in the current auto market and what organizations can do to help consumers prepare, compare options, and better understand the deal before they sign.  

Topics will include:  

• What buyers should know before shopping for a vehicle  
• The value of researching the vehicle, including safety, history and pricing 
• Why pre-approval matters and how buyers can use it to compare financing 
• Looking beyond the monthly payment to understand the true cost of a loan 
• Common risks including yo-yo financing, loan packing, add-ons, and other unexpected costs 
• What financial institutions, counselors and community organizations can do to support buyers 
• Practical resources and conversation starters partners can use in their communities  

Whether you work directly with consumers or support them through financial education, lending, or community programs, you’ll leave with practical information and resources you can put to work right away.  

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