If you are first time car buyer it can be exciting thinking about getting a new car. Most car buyers usually just focus on the car they are going to get without realizing the process of it all. Here are some things that you should know about purchasing a car.

1. Go To The Bank First

You should always talk to a bank or credit union before trying to buy a car. You might think you can qualify for a certain amount, or think you can afford some payments, but until the back confirms that they will loan it to you, you really don't know. When you go to the lender they will ask for some information. First, they will pull your credit score. This credit score will determine what you qualify for in interest. The better your credit score, the less interest you will have to pay each month on the loan. Second, they will look at your debt to income ratio. You should be ready to prove your income with pay stubs or taxes. If you have a high debt to income ratio you won't qualify for very much because they will believe that you can't make the payments each month. But if your debt to income is reasonable, you will get a bigger loan. You should never start looking for a car until you have been preapproved with the bank for a loan.

2. Calculate Car Insurance

Another important thing that many people fail to realize is that they will have to pay car insurance. This means that whatever car you choose will determine how much your insurance is each month. The more expensive the car, the more expensive your insurance will be. The insurance premiums will correlate with how much it would be to replace the car. Thus, if you buy a car that is foreign made, it hard to get parts, or has a poor resale value, your insurance provider will probably charge you more on insurance. This is something to consider when buying a car.

3. Shop Around

Know that not every dealer will have the same price. There are many specials that are ran, and each dealer can choose how much they want to list a car for. Thus, you should never buy a car without doing your research. Look around at other places to see what deal you can get. This will help you to get the best deal possible.

These are just a couple things you should know about buying your first car. Contact a company like AutoStart for more information and assistance. 

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