How much should you spend on a car?

Getting your first “adult” car in your 20s can be exciting, which is why it’s so easy to get carried away. However, the purchase price shouldn’t exceed 35% of your monthly income.

Auto loan calculator

Use our auto loan calculator to determine your monthly payment and the total cost of financing a car purchase (including the total interest paid).

How to build credit for the first time

There are a number of ways to build credit quickly without going into debt. Compare co-signers, starter credit cards, credit-builder loans, and other options to see which is best for you.