Module
Buying a Car
Learn how to shop, finance, and budget for the full cost of owning or leasing a vehicle.
Key Topics
- • Buying vs. leasing and how to compare costs
- • Auto loans, interest rates, and down payments
- • Insurance, registration, and inspection fees
- • Fuel, maintenance, and repair planning
- • Safe, reliable used-car shopping tips
Action Steps
- • Set a maximum monthly payment
- • Get pre-approved for a loan
- • Create a maintenance savings fund
Local tips for each county
Mercer County, WV
Small-town living, strong community ties, and access to regional housing + jobs programs.
- • Compare quotes from local insurance agents and online providers.
- • Ask about low-cost car repair clinics or community college auto programs.
- • Check your county DMV site for registration and fee estimates.
Beaufort County, NC
Coastal opportunities, growing healthcare and education employers, and rental assistance resources.
- • Compare quotes from local insurance agents and online providers.
- • Ask about low-cost car repair clinics or community college auto programs.
- • Check your county DMV site for registration and fee estimates.
Warren County, MS
Historic neighborhoods, logistics employers, and local support services for families.
- • Compare quotes from local insurance agents and online providers.
- • Ask about low-cost car repair clinics or community college auto programs.
- • Check your county DMV site for registration and fee estimates.