Used Car Buying Tips

August 24, 2026

Does 'As-Is' Mean No Warranty? (What the Window Sticker Is Actually Telling You)

As-is usually does mean no warranty, but what you give up depends on who is selling. A dealer takes something back. A private seller never had it.

February 3, 2026

Why You Should Never Trade In Your Car

Trading in your car costs you thousands every time. The house always wins. Here's why private sales are always the better deal—and how a seller inspection makes it easy.

January 22, 2026

Seller Behavior Is Information: What Non-Cooperation Really Tells You

January 12, 2026

What 'As-Is' Really Means When Buying a Used Car (It's Not as Scary as It Sounds)

January 8, 2026

The Lemon Law Myth: Why It Won't Protect Your Used Car Purchase in Washington

June 5, 2025

Facebook Marketplace Car Scams: How Spokane Buyers Can Protect Themselves From Sophisticated Schemes

April 1, 2025

Remote Car Buying Guide: How to Safely Purchase a Vehicle from Spokane

March 25, 2025

Avoiding Online Used Car Scams: A Spokane Buyer's Guide

March 18, 2025

5 Hidden Problems in Spokane's Most Popular Used Cars

March 11, 2025

GAP Insurance: When You Actually Need It

March 3, 2025

Extended Warranties and Pre-Paid Maintenance: When Are They Worth It?

February 25, 2025

Best Times to Buy a Used Car in Spokane: A Local Guide

February 18, 2025

No Return Law for Used Cars in Washington State: What Buyers Need to Know

January 23, 2025

The Price Anchoring Trap: How Spokane Car Dealers Set You Up to Overpay

August 19, 2024

The Myth of the 72-Hour Return Policy: Why Pre-Purchase Inspections Are Crucial in Washington State

June 4, 2024

Buying a Used Car: Is Getting a Carfax Report Enough? (Spoiler: No)