There's a reason auto dealerships push buyers to take a loan.

When you have some extra cash, it can be tempting to knock out debt — especially if it would put an end to a large monthly obligation, like a car payment. But is it the right move? See Next: I Asked a ...

You could be left paying nearly double in interest.

Your monthly car payment pays for two things every month—the principal (the actual amount you borrowed) and the interest the lender charges on the loan. One way to lessen your accrued interest is by ...