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Buying a car can be confusing, especially if you don’t have good credit due to a short credit history, or financial difficulties. When you’ve picked out a car that’s a great fit for your lifestyle, and agreed on a price with the salesperson that is reasonable, you may think that the worst is over –…

So, you’re looking for a used car in Winnipeg. You’ve been browsing car sales websites, Craigslist, and even eBay Motors to find a great deal on a high-quality used vehicle. You see a car that looks like it’s in great shape – and it’s for sale for less than its value on Canadian Black Book!…

Nobody wants to deal with a debt collector. But if you are extremely behind on a credit card bill, a personal loan, or a medical debt, your debt may be “written off”, and sold to a collections agency. When a bill enters collections, it can negatively impact your credit score, reducing your ability to qualify…

Whether you have a short credit history, no credit, or bad credit, you may need to buy a car in Canada with bad credit. While this is not ideal, there are some steps you can take to minimize the amount you have to pay in interest, and secure a better rate on your car loan.…

If you’re a Canadian and you love to travel, chances are that you’re already a member of the AIR MILES ® program. Collecting AIR MILES® Reward Miles is a fantastic way to get rewarded for the shopping that you do every day – and you can redeem them for dozens of rewards, including cash, gadgets,…

Selling a used car on your own to a third-party buyer is a great way to get the most out of your vehicle. Typically, this is the best way to make a maximum profit on the sale of your car, as there is no “middle-man” like there is if you trade-in to an auto dealer,…

Soon, Uber and other rideshare services will be coming to Winnipeg, so this is a great opportunity for anyone with a qualifying vehicle to make some extra money. If you’re thinking about becoming an Uber driver, there are quite a few things you need to do in order to maintain a good “rating”, and get…

We’ve all been there. You get into your car after a long day at work, and you’re ready to head home. You stick your key in the ignition, turn it, and get – nothing. There’s nothing worse than a car that won’t start. But don’t worry – if you read this article, you’ll be able…

If you have bad credit in Canada and you need a car, you may be considering leasing a vehicle, rather than purchasing a car. In some cases, this may be a good choice – but it’s not always the best move. In this article, we’ll discuss a few of the things you should keep in…

The sun can be extremely damaging to your used car. It can destroy the interior over time, causing volatile plastics to delaminate, and causing the fading of your vehicle’s upholstery and interior. In addition, it can harm the exterior, as well as damage some mechanical systems if things get too hot. In this article, we’ll…