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Negotiation: What You Need to Know
In this episode of Worth a Listen... Chris talks with John Rossi, Chief Financial Officer at Texell, about what negotiation looks like at the dealership. They discuss what's actually on the table, how to dodge the question of: "what do you want your monthly payment to be?", how to handle a trade-in, and why a pre-approval is the strongest card you can bring with you.
Worth a Listen's "A Car-buying Journey" mini-series takes listeners through the various aspects of buying a car; from shopping, financing, negotiation, and budgeting. If you have questions, Worth a Listen has you covered.
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20:08||Ep. 17The first episode in our Guide to Budgeting series covers important terms to know for managing your money. From cash flow to fixed vs. variable expenses, payroll deductions, gross vs. net income, sinking and emergency funds, our host Chris Haynie explains it all. He'll also share important tips on knowing your debt-to-income ratio, net worth, avoiding lifestyle creep, and more.Welcome to Worth a Listen's Guide to Budgeting. In this series we'll talk about the different ways to budget, how to build a budget, and give you the best tips for maintaining a budget. We want to equip you with the knowledge to start building healthy financial habits. This series is going to be perfect for those who are starting their first job, listeners wanting to get their finances back on track, or to those wanting to get a jump start and develop this vital habit.
Your Next Car
12:30|Worth a Listen presents a bonus episode on buying your next car. At the conclusion of our car buying mini-series we were asked the question, "I bought my car, but how do I prepare for the next one?" In this bonus episode Chris gives some excellent practical tips on how to save and pay for your next car!
16. Paying Your Car Off
32:40||Ep. 16Worth a Listen presents the final episode in a six-part series, "A Car-buying Journey." Host Chris visits again with Eileen French, Consumer Lending Manager at Texell, about how interest rate works for an auto loan, scheduling billing and payments, how to pay off your loan early, and other important questions when financing a vehicle. They also discuss refinancing, being "upside-down" on a loan, pre-payment penalties, and payment protections to consider. Worth a Listen's "A Car-buying Journey" mini-series takes listeners through the various aspects of buying a car; from shopping, financing, negotiation, and budgeting. If you have questions, Worth a Listen has you covered.
14. At the Dealership Part 2
33:45||Ep. 14Worth a Listen presents the fourth episode in a six-part series, "A Car-buying Journey." Host Chris talks with Eileen French, Consumer Lending Manager at Texell, about what actually happens once you're sitting at the dealership. She talks about what to bring with you, how dealers value a trade-in, what happens behind the curtain at the finance desk, and the add-on products you'll be offered before you sign. Worth a Listen's "A Car-buying Journey" mini-series takes listeners through the various aspects of buying a car; from shopping, financing, negotiation, and budgeting. If you have questions, Worth a Listen has you covered.
13. At The Dealership Part 1
31:31||Ep. 13Worth a Listen presents the third episode in a six-part series, "A Car-buying Journey." Host Chris talks with Eileen French, Consumer Lending Manager at Texell, about what to expect when buying a car. She talks about franchised vs. independent dealerships, what to expect when you first arrive, how to navigate financing, and making sure you're confident with your purchase.Worth a Listen's "A Car-buying Journey" mini-series takes listeners through the various aspects of buying a car; from shopping, financing, negotiation, and budgeting. If you have questions, Worth a Listen has you covered.
12. Finding the Car
30:59||Ep. 12Worth A Listen presents the second episode in a six-part series, "A Car-buying Journey." Host Chris speaks with CFO John Rossi about his previous experiences buying cars including the difference between buying new or used, the practicality of a car, deprecation, and more.Worth a Listen's "A Car-buying Journey" mini-series takes listeners through the various aspects of buying a car; from shopping, financing, negotiation, and budgeting. If you have questions, Worth a Listen has you covered.
11. 12 Car-buying Terms You Need to Know
14:23||Ep. 11Worth A Listen presents the first episode in a six-part series, "A Car-buying Journey." Host Chris covers 12 car-buying terms you should know so that you don't feel overwhelmed at the dealership, including MSRP, extended warranty, dealer installed options, and more.Worth a Listen's "A Car-buying Journey" mini-series takes listeners through the various aspects of buying a car, from shopping, financing, negotiation, and budgeting for it. If you have questions, Worth a Listen's has you covered.
10. Protect Yourself
32:11||Ep. 10Worth a Listen welcomes back Wes Chancler, Agency Manager at Texell Insurance, for his second appearance on the show. In this episode, Chris sits down with Wes for an overview on personal insurance, like the coverage most people carry but rarely understand. He breaks down what auto insurance actually protects, why uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage matters more than most drivers realize, and how everyday factors like mileage, driving history, and a teenager's grades can move a premium up or down.From there, the conversation turns to homeowners insurance, including what's covered, what's not, and an overlooked benefit called loss-of-use coverage. Renters insurance, landlord-tenant coverage, and pet insurance policies are discussed, and Wes shares his take on what separates a good insurance agent from one who is not so helpful.Worth a Listen, is a bi-weekly podcast that covers financial topics that affect everyday life. Each episode aims to equip our audience with tools and tips while also delving deeper into financial questions.