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F&I in the New Age of Affordability: A Dealer’s 2026 Strategy Guide

The automotive industry in 2025 was defined not by a single dominant trend, but by a complex interplay…

News December 8
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Fair Lending Is Dead, Long Live Fair Lending…

The phrase “Le roi est mort, vive le roi!”—the king is dead, long live the king—captures today’s paradoxical…

News November 24
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Critical Q4 Tax Filing Strategies That Can Impact Your Dealership’s Profitability

As the financial calendar nears its close, the months of October and November mark a pivotal juncture for…

News November 4
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Circular Bank Statement Fraud: The New Synthetic Income Scam Dealers & Lenders Must Fight

Fraud in automotive is constantly changing — and circular bank statement fraud is the latest, most sophisticated tactic…

News November 3
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The Precision Trap: Why Lease Payment Accuracy is the Highest Stake in Auto

In 2025, the automotive market has been characterized by elevated vehicle prices and consequently, a steadily growing reliance…

News October 30
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Can’t We Just Text? A Conversational Approach to Auto Lending

You can’t deliver my package to me if you’re knocking on the wrong door. Many auto lenders today…

News October 22
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The Digital Footprint Imperative: Why Auto Lenders Must Evolve to Combat Modern Document Fraud

The automotive lending industry is certainly in a state of flux. While the shift to digital lending has…

News September 24
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How AI Will Drive the Next Wave of Innovation in Finance & Insurance

It’s understandable that AI has found its way into virtually every aspect of dealership operations. In recent years,…

News September 23
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Big, Beautiful Bill Reminds Us Why Auto Dealers Must Constantly Re-evaluate Wealth-Building Strategies

The automotive industry is no stranger to change, from evolving consumer preferences to technological advancements. However, a less…

News September 3
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Real One-stop Embedded Insurance is Making Its Mark

Customers like it, dealers like it

News September 1