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Vehicle financing online: How to get Pre-qualified

Before you commence shopping around for either a used or new car, it is important to secure financing in advance. One can easily get pre-qualified for vehicle financing in a bid to hasten the procedure of purchasing the car. Here are some essential tips that can assist one in identifying the most suitable vehicle financing online.

 

 

Vehicle financing Pre-qualification Information

 

Anyone can get pre-qualified for an auto loan. The typical car buyers usually secure car loans after they have already selected the car that they would want to own. In such a situation, the dealership submits the loan application through another finance firm. This company can either approve of reject the loan application. A large percentage of auto loan applications are approved by these companies. This is mainly because the funds issued out are protected by the car. However, finance firms and dealerships usually charge higher rates for those with poor credit ratings. This makes it important for one to secure his or her financing.

 

 

The pre-qualified vehicle financing option is beneficial in the sense that that amount is based on the applicant’s income and other costs. Therefore, one is well aware of the sale price that is comfortable enough for his or her budget. Once one has a pre-qualified financing amount, the next step is to start shopping around for a vehicle.

 

 

How to get Pre-qualified for a vehicle financing

There are a good number of strategies that one can use to get pre-qualified for vehicle financing which are listed below: • Good credit rating- the loan options for those with good credit scores are numerous. • Consider dealing with banks and credit union since they offer better terms as compared to finance companies.

 

 

Those with poor credit scores can only obtain pre-qualification from specific lenders who are commonly referred to as sub-prime lender. The best place to identify such lenders is online. Once one accepts the pre-qualification offered by the lender, he or she should expect a letter. However, this letter is not a guarantee for getting a loan.

Auto loan originations see dramatic increase over 2010

With the current economy, many people find themselves unable to afford new vehicles on their own, which is why a number of individuals are turning to car loans. A new report is showing that more people may be looking to get back to spending despite the economic slump the nation faces.

 

According to Equifax’s most recent monthly report, auto loan originations have the potential to be consistent with levels prior to the recession of 2008. Between January and June 2011, new auto loan originations were up by 15 percent from last year, which analysts are taking to suggest that the industry is continuing its growth.

 

Key findings in the year over year report showed that less than 10 percent of loans were to borrowers who had an Equifax Credit Score of below 600. Additionally, 25 percent of loans from automotive financial companies were given to people with a similar Equifax credit score.

 

In terms of automotive loans for luxury vehicles, which are worth more than $40,000, the number of borrowers increased pre-recession levels of that of June 2007. However, the total amount of new loans lagged behind the 2006-2008 timeframe, but analysts were still pleased with the 17 percent increase from last year. While there were 9.6 million loan originations between January and June of this year, pre-recession totals saw upwards of 10 million during the same time frame. The lowest instance of auto loan originations was between January and June 2009, which only saw 7.5 million new borrowers.

 

The amount of new loans for June was the second-highest total in 2011 at 1.7 million. It was edged out slightly by March of this year with 1.8 million.

 

Analysts of the data are hopeful that if these kinds of loan levels continue, the sector may be able to bounce back to where it was before the recession by the end of the year.

“Auto lending continues to be one of the most promising lending sectors today based on the data,” said Michael Koukounas, senior vice president of special client services for Equifax. “If this momentum can be maintained through the remainder of the year, 2011 year-end totals should reflect a comparable return to normalcy to pre-recession lending levels.”

Kelley Blue Book offers tips for first-time car buyers

There are plenty of lists of best vehicles for all sorts of qualifications, but rarely do they venture outside of certain classes. However, one list does things a bit differently. Intellichoice and AutoPacific recently announced their 2011 Motorist Choice Awards, which are grouped by unique categories, rather than just by class, price or other standard classification of vehicles. Drivers who are looking to buy a car with an auto loan may not be set on a certain type or size. Instead they might be looking for a vehicle that suits an active lifestyle or something that will turn heads. These are some of the groups that the awards put together to make it easier for drivers to find a variety of vehicles that might suit their needs in one place.

"The Motorist Choice Awards are designed to assist consumers by using a categorization scheme other than traditional vehicle classes. Our research has shown that buyers often shop in more than one vehicle segment based on their needs and uses, rather than simply choosing a segment and then comparing models within it," said George Peterson, president of AutoPacific. "Whether buyers are seeking a kid friendly, youthful, or fun to drive vehicle – we have a suggestion that will fit their budget and needs."

The categories, such as Cargo Hauler and Fun to Drive, each have two winners, one for the luxury class and the other for popular models.

Volkswagen's Toureg and the Cadillac Escalade were named the best "High Tech" cars. The Scion tC and Lexus IS took home awards for being the best cars for younger drivers.

When it comes to value, the Hyundai Elantra was named the best car, along with the Lexus HS. U.S. News reports that the average price paid for a new Elantra is between $15,950 and $21,180. It is also the 5th most affordable new car according to the news source's ranking. Aside from the price tag, the Elantra provide a great deal of value at the pump. It gets 40 miles per gallon on the highway. The U.S. Department of Energy even ranked it the best car in its class for fuel economy.

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