The Power of Residual Value

by Flexo on January 23, 2004

in Investing

MSN Money – 10 cars that lose value fastest – Save on a Car

Do you own a car that retains a good portion of its value over time or does your car depreciate fast? This article gives some insight and informs the reader about situations where depreciation doesn’t matter as much.

An additional article talks about the dangers of being upside-down on your car loan. Pay it off quickly! The problem is people get an “itch” for a new car that they have to have, and of course, desires like these are completely supported by the media and salespeople. Downpayments are lower, terms of the loan are longer… these factors all contribute.



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Flexo, the owner and creator of Consumerism Commentary, has been blogging and writing for the internet since 1995 and has been building online communities since 1991. Find out more about him and follow him on Twitter.

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