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2009 F&I Statistics
Where has the industry been? Where is it going? Find the facts, figures and trends on this site with charts identifying key elements, current and developing trends in finance, insurance, service contracts, leasing residuals and other historical trends affecting the industry.

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Gregory Arroyo
Administration’s Regulatory Overhaul a Tall Order

By Gregory Arroyo
F&I's Gregory Arroyo takes a look at the Obama administration's plan to overhaul the financial regulatory system.

Is the Recession Over?

By Gregory Arroyo
Is the phoenix rising from the ashes? Well, one index says so. F&I’s Gregory Arroyo digs in.

Financial System Showing Signs of Life

By Gregory Arroyo

Is the FTC Seeing Red?

By Gregory Arroyo

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MAGAZINE

June 2009

In This Issue:

Results from <i>F&I</i> magazine's January survey of products performance. View article

Pressure Cooker

The industry might be hitting lows not seen for decades, but dealers and providers say they aren’t changing their goals when it comes to acceptance rates for F&I products.

Time to Move On

Unsure of where this recession is headed, I can’t blame lawmakers for their involvement, but can we make sure that all sides are heard before we jump to conclusions.

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Being Brilliant at the Basics

The market dynamics might be in constant flux, but the goals of an F&I manager aren’t. F&I trainer reveals his secrets to becoming brilliant at the basics.

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Bring in the Specialists

In today’s market, priming the vehicle selection process with an accurate assessment of the customer’s credit standing doubles the odds of a sale.

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Legislators in Need of Cooling-Off Period

On May 12, Congress held a hearing on a bill that would give the Federal Trade Commission broad new powers to regulate automobile dealers. The bill, H.R. 2309, directs the FTC to adopt rules that prevent unfair and deceptive practices by dealers regarding credit and lending.

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TRAINING CALENDAR
Skills for the Business Manager with FILES Certification
7/6/2009 - 7/10/2009

 

 

 

 

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7/7/2009 - 7/9/2009

 This 3-day course focuses on developing strategies to enhance presentation skills,turning objections into profits, and how to build and maintain lender relationships.

Trial Close Yoru Way Through The Sale
7/10/2009

 Designed for the busy, professional F&I Manager and Sales Manager, who wants to excel, this package offers comprehensive training via webinars and podcasts that you can tune in to from the comfort of your office or home.

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F&I Magazine - October 2008

In This Issue:
Election 2008: What’s at Stake for Auto Finance?, Subprime: Are You In or Out?, Experian Reports Second-Quarter Trends and much more…