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Should You Trade in Your Vehicle Before Buying a New One? Experts Weigh In
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Getting a new vehicle is exciting, but what about your current car?
Do you trade it into the dealership or privately sell it? Dealers will take your car to trade in and put towards the price of the new one, but typically offer less than what you can likely sell it for. While there’s no clear-cut answer, there is helpful information to arm yourself with before heading to the dealership.
Knowing when to trade in or sell could save you some cash, so here are a few things to consider, according to car experts.
Do the Math
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