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Auto Financeby Gil Van OverMarch 30, 2026

Permission or Approval: When to Notify Finance Sources

Credit card down payments, multiple vehicle purchases and even straw purchases can be completed without committing bank fraud, as long as you tell the bank first.

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F&Iby John TabarMarch 16, 2026

There Is Always one More Product

Helping F&I customers understand complementary offerings is likely to lead to more sales, based on the success of a high-performing practitioner of the philosophy.

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by Terry O'LoughlinMarch 12, 2026

The Law of Laws for Dealer Compliance

The UDAP act makes dealerships vulnerable to lawsuits by the expansive exposure it allows, with even minor staff carelessness potentially putting the business at risk.

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Industryby Steve MemoloMarch 9, 2026

Managing Multiple Administrators

Try following these nine ways to effectively keep abreast of a differentiator that can increase customer confidence.

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F&ICover Storyby Hannah MitchellMarch 1, 2026

Expect Yes in the F&I Office

It may be human nature to back off when a customer seems to say no to a product or service. But experts say F&I managers should operate as though the answer will be the opposite.

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Industryby Lauren LawrenceFebruary 23, 2026

Auspicious in Alabama

Valuing employees, growing wisely, keeping up with tech, and contributing to stores’ communities cultivate success.

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F&Iby Justin B. GasmanFebruary 13, 2026

Business Office Blueprint

Try following these 20 steps to greater success in the dealer F&I office this year.

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Industryby Tim BlochowiakFebruary 11, 2026

Beginning the Tax Year Right

Auto dealers can boost their business wealth by applying these tax-efficient F&I participation structures this year.

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Complianceby Penelope BellFebruary 6, 2026

Another Look at a Recent Data Breach

Get caught up on the most pressing legal and regulatory matters facing dealers and F&I professionals, including data security, shotgun purchases, and inconsistent payment quotes.

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IndustryCover Storyby Hannah MitchellJanuary 28, 2026

Reaping Recall Rewards

It can be challenging to get cars in the service drive for repairs, but the benefits can far outweigh the challenges.

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