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Fed Rate Hike Tightens Borrowing, Boosts Savers
business22 days ago

Fed Rate Hike Tightens Borrowing, Boosts Savers

The Federal Reserve raised the benchmark rate to 3.75-4% to curb inflation, signaling higher borrowing costs that will mostly affect borrowers with credit-card debt and new auto loans, while savers could benefit from higher yields on high-yield savings and CDs; the impact varies by whether you’re a borrower or a saver, with guidance to shop for lower loan rates, consider high-yield savings, and prioritize paying down debt or refinancing where advantageous.

via USA Today|
#business#car-loans#credit-cards
Record-High Car Prices Drive 84-Month Loan Boom for New Cars
business7 months ago

Record-High Car Prices Drive 84-Month Loan Boom for New Cars

With December 2025’s average new-car price at a record $50,326, buyers are increasingly financing for longer terms: 20.8% of loans were 84 months or longer and the average payment reached $722, while down payments dipped to about $6,228. The total cost of ownership has risen roughly 48% since 2019. A January dip to around $49,191 is not yet a trend. Longer loan terms also raise the risk of negative equity if car values fall.

via Road & Track|
#auto-industry#business#car-loans
The $1,000-a-Month Car Payment Era Strains Budgets
business8 months ago

The $1,000-a-Month Car Payment Era Strains Budgets

Record-high car prices and elevated interest rates are pushing monthly auto-loan payments over $1,000 for many Americans, straining household budgets and boosting credit-card debt as borrowers stretch terms. Edmunds says more than 20% of buyers now pay over $1,000 a month for a new car, while the average payments are about $769 for new and $538 for used cars; delinquency is rising as rates edge down but payments stay elevated, offering little relief while prices remain high.

via CNN|
#auto-financing#business#car-loans
High Car Prices Push Buyers Toward Seven-Year Loans and $1,000+ Payments
business1 year ago

High Car Prices Push Buyers Toward Seven-Year Loans and $1,000+ Payments

Surging car prices have led buyers to opt for longer auto loans, such as seven or even eight years, to manage monthly payments, despite the increased total interest paid and potential financial downsides. Shorter loans are now mostly used by wealthier buyers, while leasing remains an alternative. Lenders are also pushing for even longer terms, risking repeat of past financial pitfalls.

via Bloomberg.com|
#auto-financing#business#car-loans
FCA Announces Up to £18bn Compensation Scheme for Car Loan Victims
business1 year ago

FCA Announces Up to £18bn Compensation Scheme for Car Loan Victims

The FCA announced a consultation on a compensation scheme for motor finance customers affected by non-compliance with disclosure rules regarding dealer commissions, following a Supreme Court ruling that certain undisclosed commissions could be unlawful. The scheme aims to fairly compensate affected customers, with payments possibly starting in 2026 and an estimated total cost between £9 billion and £18 billion.

via London Evening Standard|
#business#car-loans#compensation-scheme
FCA Proposes Up to £18 Billion Redress for Mis-sold Car Loans
business1 year ago

FCA Proposes Up to £18 Billion Redress for Mis-sold Car Loans

The UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) plans to consult on a redress scheme for missold car loans, estimating potential costs for lenders at at least £9 billion, possibly up to £18 billion, though recent court rulings have reduced the worst-case payouts. Major banks like Lloyds and Santander have already accounted for about £2 billion in potential losses, and the scheme aims to compensate affected customers, mostly with payouts under £950. The final costs and scheme details will be clarified after the consultation, expected early next year.

via Bloomberg.com|
#banking-industry#business#car-loans
New Tax Laws Impacting Car Loan Deductions and American-Built Vehicles
finance1 year ago

New Tax Laws Impacting Car Loan Deductions and American-Built Vehicles

The new temporary tax deduction for interest on car loans, applicable for purchases from 2025 to 2028, is limited to new, US-assembled vehicles for personal use, with a cap of $10,000 on interest deductions and income-based restrictions that may limit benefits for higher earners. The deduction excludes loans from family, leasing, or used vehicles, and is unlikely to benefit those with higher tax rates or low tax liabilities. The actual benefit may be modest, especially considering potential vehicle price increases due to tariffs.

via CNN|
#car-loans#finance#income-restrictions
"Financial Pitfalls: Avoiding Costly Car Loan Mistakes"
personal-finance2 years ago

"Financial Pitfalls: Avoiding Costly Car Loan Mistakes"

A North Carolina woman's viral TikTok video reveals that despite making $50,000 in car payments over three years, she still owes $74,000 on an $84,000 car loan, highlighting the potential pitfalls of high-interest auto loans. Rising interest rates and depreciation contribute to the challenge of paying off car loans, but options for relief include paying cash for a car, increasing payments, consolidating loans, and negotiating rates with lenders in person.

via Yahoo Finance|
#car-loans#debt#interest-rates
"Trump's $175 Million Bond: The Billionaire Financier's Role Revealed"
finance2 years ago

"Trump's $175 Million Bond: The Billionaire Financier's Role Revealed"

Don Hankey, the chairman of Knight Specialty Insurance and a major player in the subprime auto loan industry, underwrote a $175m bond for Donald Trump to delay a $454m civil fraud judgment, stating that he was "happy to do it" and that it was a quick and easy transaction. Hankey, who is worth over $7.4bn, confirmed his support for Trump's past political campaigns and indicated a willingness to support future ones. His company, known for high-interest car loans, has faced scrutiny for deceptive collection tactics, and some financial analysts have expressed concerns about the subprime auto loan industry.

via The Guardian US|
#bond-financing#car-loans#civil-fraud-judgment