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How can I make the car-buying process less stressful for myself?

Just thinking about buying a car is making me miserable. How can I reduce my stress levels while shopping for a car?

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Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Although
buying
a car can seem stressful, there are plenty of things you can do to reduce this stress.
The first is to do your research and decide just what you want. Once you’ve done your research, you’ll have a better idea of your ideal car, what features you want, and how you can negotiate a deal.
If you’re planning on financing the car, you should also get pre-approved for a loan. This will prevent you from stressing over a lack of secure financing and give you more negotiation power at a dealership.
You will also want to look into car insurance to have all your bases covered. This can be confusing, but luckily the experts at Jerry make it easy. A licensed broker,
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And finally, focus on the fun part of the process. Instead of stressing about every little thing, just think about how hard you worked to be in the position of shopping for a vehicle, the excitement of having a new car, or where you might go on your first road trip!
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