Articles by Dan Shepard
Average Car Payment and Auto Loan Statistics 2024
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The average car payment for new vehicles was $726 in the third quarter of 2023, a 3.6% increase from the third quarter of 2022. The... read more
49% of Americans Can’t Afford a $1,000 Emergency, With Many Relying on Credit Cards for Unexpected Expenses
December 11, 2023
If a $1,000 financial emergency hit your household tomorrow, would you be prepared? The answer for about half of Americans, according to a new report... read more
The Cost of a White Christmas: Home Values in the Nation’s Snowiest States
December 11, 2023
Though a white Christmas may be on some people’s wish lists this year, it’s not on everyone’s. Some might be willing to pay a premium... read more
Personal Loan Statistics: 2024
December 7, 2023
According to the latest industry data, 23.2 million Americans owe a collective $241 billion in personal loans, more than double the $117 billion owed in... read more
If the Past Is Any Indication, There’s a Nearly 3 in 10 Chance Your Winter Holiday Flight Won’t Arrive on Time
December 4, 2023
Flying during the holidays is a necessary evil for many travelers — evil because flight delays and cancellations can turn festive travelers into frustrated ones.... read more