The price and monthly payments on a vehicle are often the determining factors that help consumers like you decide whether or not they should spring for the purchase. Most people walk into the dealership knowing how much they want to pay monthly, and what their budget will actually allow. What many people don't realize, is that there is a chance that the dealership will call you back after you've already driven the car off the lot to tell you that they are changing your monthly payments. Not only … [Read more...] about Did The Dealership Increasing Your Monthly Payments?
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Yo-Yo Financing at the Dealership
Dealerships know that the real profits are in the financing, and sometimes they get so greedy as to act illegally to get even more than they are due out of your pocket. Yo-Yo Financing is a tactic that dealers use with customers who don't qualify for the financing they were originally promised. Here's how it works... You go into the dealership and purchase a new car from the lot. The dealer requires you to pay a certain down payment amount, they tell you how much the monthly payments will be, … [Read more...] about Yo-Yo Financing at the Dealership
Backdating Contracts: What to Do When the Dealership Plays Dirty
Discovering that your car dealership has engaged in backdating contracts can turn your exciting new vehicle purchase into a frustrating ordeal. This deceptive practice, where dealers change the date on your purchase agreement to an earlier time, is more than just a minor paperwork issue—it's a serious problem that can significantly impact your rights as a buyer. At Consumer Action Law Group, we understand the stress and confusion this situation can cause. That's why we're here to guide you … [Read more...] about Backdating Contracts: What to Do When the Dealership Plays Dirty
What Fees Do Car Dealers Add On? Understand Your Rights
Buying a car is a significant investment, and unexpected fees can turn an exciting purchase into a frustrating experience. While it's common for car dealerships to include some additional charges, not all fees are legitimate or legal. This raises an important question: Can dealerships really add fees to the final price of your car? In California, car buyers need to be aware of their rights when it comes to dealer fees. Some fees are standard and required by law, but others may be unnecessary or … [Read more...] about What Fees Do Car Dealers Add On? Understand Your Rights
Breach of Contract: Should You Sue the Car Dealership?
Buying a car should be exciting, but sometimes it turns into a headache. If you've ever felt like a car dealership didn't keep their end of the bargain, you're not alone. Many Californians find themselves wondering if they should sue a car dealership for breach of contract. It's a big step, but sometimes it's necessary to protect your rights and your wallet. At Consumer Action Law Group, we've seen it all when it comes to auto fraud. Dealership contracts can be full of confusing language and … [Read more...] about Breach of Contract: Should You Sue the Car Dealership?
Can a Dealer Change the Contract After Signing?
Buying a car should be exciting, not stressful. You find the perfect ride, agree on the terms, and sign the contract. But what if you later discover the dealer changed those terms without your knowledge? It might sound unbelievable, but this happens more often than you'd think. So, can a dealer change the contract after signing? Let's dive into this important question. Sometimes, contract changes happen for legitimate reasons, like adjustments in financing. In these cases, the dealer should … [Read more...] about Can a Dealer Change the Contract After Signing?