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Can you negotiate an interest rate on a car loan?
I've been working with a dealership to finance a car, but the final rate they quoted me is far higher than I wanted. Can I negotiate my rates? What's the best way to do so?
Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
If your gut is telling you that you’re paying too much for your
car loan
, you should probably listen. Thankfully for you, you can definitely negotiate when it comes to your interest rate.Since you’re working with a dealership, they will likely be a good middleman between you and your lender unless they offer in-house financing. If the dealer works with certain lenders, they have the discretion to charge you a higher rate than the lender quotes to make a profit on the deal.
However, that doesn’t mean you have to accept the first quote you get. The only way to know if you’re getting a good deal is to shop around. You can apply for as many loans as you want within a 14-day period and only have one hard inquiry on your credit.
If you’re looking to save money wherever you can, remember that you’re likely overpaying for your car insurance.
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