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Articlesby Tom HudsonMay 31, 2019

The Topic That Won’t Go Away: Loan Fees

A North Dakota car buyer prevailed in a recent case involving loan (or ‘acquisition’) fees that reached the state supreme court, where the dealer was found to have failed to properly disclose the charge.

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Articlesby Tony TroussovMay 30, 2019

3 Leadership Skills Every F&I Manager Needs

Taking ownership of your own performance and that of those around you is a proven path to success in any field. For F&I managers, it’s a concrete step toward higher production and career advancement.

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Articlesby Lloyd TrushelMay 28, 2019

Break Out of Your F&I Shackles

You need to be real to close the deal, and your tired word-tracks aren’t helping. Trainer shares a reliable three-part process you can try the next time an F&I customer goes off-script.

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ArticlesMay 22, 2019

3 Reasons to Partner With CUs in Markets Like This

As higher price tags and interest rates push more prime-credit car buyers toward the used-car lot, credit unions continue to add members, market share, and dealership partners.

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ArticlesMay 15, 2019

Opinion: For Dealers, Carsharing Is About Revenue, Not Miles

Former dealer is convinced that miles mean money for dealers in the shared economy, where a large and growing customer base of ride-hail drivers is poised to add incremental income to idle units and offer new opportunities for sales.

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ArticlesMay 8, 2019

4 New Dealer Digital Marketing Tactics

Make your digital storefront easy to find and deliver a more engaging online experience — for sales and service — with four leading-edge strategies you can try today.

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ArticlesApril 26, 2019

3 Ways to Drive Online Reviews

Sales, F&I, and service all play a role in generating reviews that improve your dealership’s online standing and lend new insights into the customer experience you deliver.

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ArticlesApril 25, 2019

Are You an F&I Manager or an F&I Clerk?

Years of strong sales and near-zero unemployment have lowered the bar for the business office. Veteran F&I pro shares two proven strategies for turning a finance clerk into a finance manager.

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ArticlesApril 24, 2019

4 Ways to Turn Recalls Into Positive Customer Interactions

Recalls drive service revenue and bring customers back to the dealership. Why not take advantage? Expert lists four ways to turn your next recall event into a fun and profitable experience for everyone involved.

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ArticlesApril 19, 2019

DOL Investigations and Employing Minors in Dealership Service Departments

A shortage of qualified lube techs is no reason to ignore the strict — and strictly enforced — Department of Labor rules governing the employment of your youngest workers.

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