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Home » Lifestyle Parenting » How to Financially Prepare for Buying a New Car

How to Financially Prepare for Buying a New Car

May 24, 2019 | Leave a Comment

Next to buying a house, a car is one of the biggest purchases you’ll make. The trouble is, when it comes time to buy a new car, whether it be due to an expanding family, or your existing model is plagued with issues, finding the money for a new car isn’t always easy. That’s why it pays to be financially prepared. Here, you’ll discover how to financially prepare for buying a new car, so you don’t get stuck when it is time to buy a new one.

Cut back on monthly expenses

The best way to save towards anything in life, is to make sure you’re not wasting unnecessary money. You can do this by adding up your monthly expenses. Jot down everything from your utility bills and rent or mortgage, to the little treats you buy each week.
You might just be surprised by how much you’re paying on things you could cut back on. For example, if you eat out once a week, by switching to eating out just once a month you could save a surprising amount each year. The money you save by cutting back on things can then be used to save towards your new car.

Make sure your credit report is healthy

Saving up to purchase a car outright is pretty tough in this economic climate. So, a better option could be to lease or get a car on finance. However, in order to get a decent deal, it’s important to make sure your credit score is healthy. Start by finding out what your score is, and then look into ways it can be improved.
Working on improving your credit score won’t just help you to get a new car, it will also improve your chances of getting credit, a mortgage and even help if you need to find somewhere new to rent.

Consider purchasing a used car

While getting a brand-new car is exciting, don’t discard the idea of buying a used model. You can pick up used cars which are in almost new condition for a fraction of the cost. If you do decide to go down this route, it’s important to make sure you’re buying from a reliable seller.
Rather than going private, consider buying from a reliable source such as FoW.

Utilise your existing car

Finally, a great way to budget for a new car is to utilise your existing one. By selling your car you’ll have money to put towards a new one. You’ll typically get the best price if you choose to sell privately.
Overall, funding a new car isn’t always easy. However, if you follow the tips above, you should be able to gradually save enough to fund a new or used vehicle when you need it.


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