Nancy Jackson

Oct 23, 2024 | wealthysinglemommy.com | Nancy Jackson |Emma Johnson

If you’re in the market for a used car, the last thing you want to do is spend your hard-earned money on a vehicle that turns out to be a lemon. While most states have “lemon laws” to help protect consumers who purchase defective vehicles (more on that below), in many cases, you must have an active warranty or service contract1 for the lemon law to provide protection.

Apr 11, 2024 | wealthysinglemommy.com | Nancy Jackson |Emma Johnson

A study by U.S. News and World Report1 found that the average annual cost of a car insurance policy is $1,547 — or about $130 per month. That number is higher in certain states or if you have multiple offenses on your driving record. If you rely on a car to get around, having car insurance is not only crucial but required by law in 48 states (except New Hampshire and Virginia).

Mar 26, 2024 | wealthysinglemommy.com | Nancy Jackson |Emma Johnson

A study by U.S. News and World Report1 found that the average annual cost of a car insurance policy is $1,547 — or about $130 per month. That number is higher in certain states or if you have multiple offenses on your driving record. If you rely on a car to get around, having car insurance is not only crucial but required by law in 48 states (except New Hampshire and Virginia).

Feb 20, 2024 | wealthysinglemommy.com | Nancy Jackson |Emma Johnson |Nancy Jackson

If you are struggling to keep up with your monthly car payment, you’re not alone. Credit rating agency Fitch Ratings1 found that 6.1% of subprime borrowers (those with a credit score between 501-600) were late or at least 60 days past due on their auto loan payment as of September 2023 — the highest share recorded since they began tracking in 1994.