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F&Iby Amit MaheshwariFebruary 28, 2009

Tapping into the Automotive Accessory Market

While dealers continue to seek out new profit streams, one area of potential new business remains relatively untapped — the automotive accessory market.

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F&Iby Editorial StaffFebruary 19, 2009

Setting the Pace for 2009

These six Pacesetters share similar commitments to helping their dealerships get through a rough 2008. One will be selected this month as the 2009 F&I Dealer of the Year.

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F&Iby Gregory ArroyoFebruary 1, 2009

A Car is Great; A Job is Better

It’s funny how things work. There were so many detractors of the automotive bailout loan, yet no one has said much about how quickly Chrysler LLC and General Motors put American taxpayers’ money to work.

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Complianceby Michael BenoitFebruary 1, 2009

6 Ways to Keep Regulators at Bay

Tough times usually mean an increase in the number of consumer complaints filed against retailers and creditors, at least that's been the case in my experience. So, as we face what many believe will be a difficult year for profits, it’s probably a good idea for you to be diligent about enforcing your store’s compliance policies and procedures.

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F&Iby Michael BenoitFebruary 1, 2009

Back to Basics: Compliance 101

A hostile sales climate often brings increased consumer complaints. Here are six ways to stay on the good sides of your customers, lenders and regulators.

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F&Iby Steven PalmieriFebruary 1, 2009

Reversing Bad Debt

Understanding the rules that protect customers from collectors can be the difference between closing, rehashing or giving up on your next deal.

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F&Iby Rob HagenFebruary 1, 2009

Financing Customers with Pre-Discharge Bankruptcies

For special finance managers who are willing to listen and learn, pre-discharge BKs can be a source of growth and profit for any dealership.

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F&Iby Tariq KamalFebruary 1, 2009

Dealer Profile: Experience Required

After 10 years as a special finance manager, Tom Miller knows that financing credit-challenged customers requires a combination of the right lenders, processes and inventory. Can he make it work at Thomas Acura?

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Complianceby Gregory ArroyoJanuary 21, 2009

Finding the Right Solution

The Red Flag Rule will definitely be a hot topic at this year's National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) convention. Here are a few questions to help you find the right solution.

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