October 2017

Often people in the market for a car choose new because they think that is the only way to get all the upgrades and customization that they want. The reality is that any used car can be turned into your custom dream. And the best part? You don’t have to pay the high price of…

Although Ride Time works tirelessly with many financial institutions to help get their customers the loan they need to buy the used car of their dreams, there are times when a person’s credit history or income can be a hurdle. If you have a less-than-stellar credit rating or no credit history at all, then the…

When you want to trade up for a better ride, finding the financing might not be as easy as you think. If you have a current car to sell, then you might be wondering whether selling it on your own is a good idea, or if you should just trade in your car to get…

No two used cars are exactly the same. A used car has been driven by someone else, so it has been treated differently, used less or more, and had different populations riding in it. If you are wondering how to estimate the value of a used car, it is about more than just the mileage…

There is almost nothing in life that can be as exciting as buying your first used car. Being able to choose the car of your dreams is a very emotionally satisfying thing to do — but not having the funds to afford it isn’t very powerful at all. Before you hit Ride Time to check…

If you are in the market for a used car but don’t have much in your savings account to budget with, you might be considering financing the cost, either through a used car dealership financing program or from an independent lender. Many young people think that since they don’t have any debt, getting a loan…

New cars are nice; there is no question about that. But they don’t come without a significant cost. The good news is that you don’t have to purchase a new car to get all the upgrades you want. Ride Time has a fantastic team of mechanical experts who can pimp out your ride and make…

Your financial situation is similar to your grade point average in high school. Once you get an F, it can hurt you forever, and working your way back to a decent GPA can be difficult. The best way to keep your finances healthy from the start is by not making the major mistakes that can…

College students are different from other car buyers. Generally they don’t have a lot of disposable income, and they aren’t quite ready to make a huge financial commitment to help them get from point A to point B. If you’re in college and looking to buy a used car, there are a couple of things…

Credit insurance can often feel like an upsell that sneaks up on you right at the time you’re ready to sign an auto loan. “What is it?” and “Do I really need it?” are the two most common questions, so we’ll answer both for you right here. Credit Insurance, aka Credit Protection Credit insurance is…