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What should I do if my financing was denied at the dealership?

I took possession of a new car after signing the paperwork for the loan. A few days later, the dealer said the lender denied my financing. What do I do now?

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Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
“If your
car loan
gets denied but you already have the vehicle, you still have a few options. You can:
  • return the car and walk away from the loan.
  • try to rework the financing through the dealer.
  • get financing on your own from a bank, credit union, or another lender.
One of these options should work for your needs. Just make sure that you also budget for
collision coverage
and
comprehensive coverage
per the stipulations of your loan.
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