Visiting a car dealership with the intent to purchase can be a stressful experience. How will you know if you’re getting a good deal? What price should you really be aiming for? You have a lot of questions, and your salesperson will also have questions for you. Get prepped for these potential dealer questions, and your salesperson will know that they are dealing with an informed buyer.

If you are trying to save money in order to pay off debt or to afford a car, creating a budget is important. And when you are drawing up your spending strategy, think hard about how you spend your money. You may discover that you routinely make purchases that are completely unnecessary. And even if only small amounts of money are involved, these little expenses can add up quickly.