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F&ICover Storyby Justina LySeptember 1, 2009

Calculated Move

The Sames family name has been a staple in the Laredo, Texas, community since 1910. But in a market like today’s, reputation alone won’t get it done. That’s why this fourth-generation dealer is counting his blessings for entering the world of in-house financing.

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F&Iby Joe BartoloneSeptember 1, 2009

A Dealer’s Guide to Compliant Paperwork

As most dealers know, paperwork can be a friend and foe. Compliance expert provides his guide for correcting 10 of the most common paperwork errors.

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Auto Financeby David RobertsonSeptember 1, 2009

The Biweekly Catch

The biweekly repayment option has definitely found a home in the industry, but are dealers selling themselves into lawsuits? Find out what you need to know about this burgeoning finance option before you offer it to your next customer.

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F&Iby Thomas B. HudsonSeptember 1, 2009

Before Taking the Plunge…

Legal columnist Thomas B. Hudson reviews five items a dealership's related finance company should have in place before it begins buying contracts.

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Auto Financeby Jim BassSeptember 1, 2009

Hopeful Signs

The subprime and nonprime auto finance industry has definitely seen better days, but there are signs of a rebound on the horizon. Finance expert weighs in on the situation.

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F&Iby Denny LongSeptember 1, 2009

Attracting the Unattractive

Whether you think so or not, the special finance marketplace is primed for a rebound. The question is, are you ready?

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F&Iby Denny LongAugust 20, 2009

The Marketing Divide: Special Finance vs. BHPH

The current environment has created more opportunities to serve credit-challenged customers than you may realize.

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F&Iby Thomas B. HudsonAugust 20, 2009

The Head-Butt Bill

Pending legislation aimed at predatory lenders could spell trouble for F&I managers as well.

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F&Iby Rob HagenAugust 20, 2009

Taking the BHPH Plunge

So you’ve decided to give it a go. The first thing you need to do is create a business plan for your new buy-here, pay-here operation. Special finance trainer provides the five things your business plan must have.

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F&Iby David KellyAugust 20, 2009

The BHPH Debate

Get inside the head of this special finance dealer, and find out if the buy-here, pay-here model is right for you.

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