The Pennsylvania Automobile Lemon Law provides consumers with legal remedies if they purchase unsafe or defective new cars, but the legislation does not apply to new motorcycles. Rep. Pam Snyder thinks that this situation needs to be addressed, and she has...
If you had the chance to lower your car payment, would you take it? Probably. Who wouldn't want to save some money and have a great car too?The problem is that the remainder on your current auto loan is more than dealerships are telling you its worth. Enter the...
Many people living in Pennsylvania and around the country are not aware of how their credit score and history can impact their day-to-day lives. Credit card companies, bank lenders, insurance companies, employers and landlords regularly check credit scores before...
Pennsylvania residents who are struggling with overwhelming debt will likely know that debt collectors can be extremely persistent and aggressive. The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act places strict rules on lenders and prohibits unfair, deceptive or abusive...
When buying a vehicle, many Pennsylvanians overlook the possibilities, and potential pitfalls, of a car auction. Some find it a rewarding experience by getting a car at a low price, while others may get stuck with a clunker that may never be road-ready.The key, if you...
Buying a car is a major purchase for most people. Unless you have the cash lying around, you are committing to making payments on one for a number of years. You want the best deal possible for your money, and the salesperson's job is to reassure you that the vehicle...
Many Pennsylvania residents may be surprised to learn that repossession of property is entirely legal under certain conditions. Even if the debtor faces financial difficulties, the creditor can assert its rights to payment. This could lead to a vehicle or another...
Car buyers in Pennsylvania may pursue remedies under the state's lemon law if their vehicle develops a problem during the first year of ownership or 12,000 miles that dealers are unable to repair. The issue must affect the vehicle's value or operation, and dealers are...
It’s every driver’s worst nightmare. You finally replaced your aging vehicle with something much nicer, a new car. Yet, three months later, you end up having to bring it in for a transmission problem. And even though the dealer fixes it, a couple weeks...
People in Pennsylvania who purchased a used vehicle may have legal recourse if the vehicle is not in the condition the dealership said it was. However, there are certain factors that can affect what steps the buyers can take to remedy the situation, whom they can sue...