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Why Tesla sales have tanked and why the price will keep dropping

CarExpert

At the end of your lease period, you have the option of paying a balloon payment on the vehicle (that is the cost of the vehicle depreciated in alignment with the government schedule), refinancing the vehicle to continue paying a monthly rate or, in some circumstances, just handing the car back. And in some cases that works.

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Guide How to Finance a Used Car

Car Examer

You borrow a lump sum from a bank or lender and repay it in monthly installments, usually with a fixed interest rate. Personal Contract Purchase (PCP) PCP is a popular financing option because it often comes with lower monthly payments. Personal Loan A personal loan is a simple and direct way to finance a used car.

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How does dealer finance work?

CarExpert

At their core, dealer finance packages are no different to the loans sold by banks and other financial institutions. The loan may or may not include an upfront deposit, or a ‘balloon payment’ – a one-off lump sum you agree to pay your lender at the end of the loan term.

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Should you pay cash or finance your new car?

CarExpert

It’s an option for buyers who have money in their bank account ready to go, whether it was intentionally saved for a new car or otherwise. You might choose to put a deposit against the car, or if it’s purchased by a business, a better option might be to select a balloon payment at the end of the loan to reduce ongoing payments.

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Decoding Car Finance – Understanding Your Options

Shawn Ryder

Personal Loans Hire Purchase (HP) Personal Contract Purchase (PCP) Leasing Dealer Finance Bank Loan Peer-to-Peer Lending Credit Card Finance Lease Novated Lease Personal Loans To finance your car purchase through a personal loan, you borrow a fixed amount of money from a bank or financial institution.

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