When it comes time to sell, trade, or buy a vehicle, one of the most important steps is determining its true market value. Many people instinctively turn to well-known valuation websites like NADA, KBB, and Edmunds, assuming they’ll get an accurate estimate of their car’s worth. While these sites provide a general idea, they often...

When buying or selling a vehicle, one of the most critical factors in determining its value is its history. A vehicle history report provides an in-depth look at a car’s past, offering essential details that can influence pricing, buyer confidence, and overall marketability. Understanding the impact of accidents, maintenance records, and ownership history helps buyers...

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The First Truth you will hear is that Edmunds is wholly owned by CarMax… In April 2021, CarMax, the largest used-car retailer in the United States, acquired Edmunds, an automotive research and review website. While Edmunds continues to operate independently, offering car reviews, pricing tools, and other resources, they funnel all consumer leads to CarMax...

The fast answer is no, not really!  Why?  Because it is exactly what it says – it’s a price guide, not a guarantee or more importantly a cash offer!  Vehicle valuation guidebooks have evolved into internet conglomerations.  Kelley Blue Book is a digital marketing powerhouse with over 20+ million visits per month to their website....

Here is a vehicle value mystery for you! Most cars lose value the moment they leave the dealership, but a select few actually appreciate over time. While depreciation is the norm in the automotive world, some vehicles defy expectations and become more valuable as they age. Understanding why this happens requires looking at factors such...

Car values play a crucial role in buying and selling vehicles, yet many consumers are misled by popular valuation sources like JD Power, NADA, Kelley Blue Book (KBB), and Edmunds. These platforms claim to provide accurate pricing information, but in reality, their estimates often fail to reflect actual market conditions. Many buyers and sellers mistakenly...

In January 2025, Connecticut Attorney General William Tong announced a $1.5 million agreement with online used car retailer Carvana following a thorough investigation into the company’s business operations. This resolution stems from numerous consumer complaints dating back to 2019, which detailed issues such as significant delays in title and registration processing, postponed payments to sellers,...

Vehicle impounded? CarBuyerUSA, together with our sister company OutPound, can help you unlock your car, SUV, or truck’s equity with our Impound-to-Outpound service. You are not alone – 70,000 vehicles are impounded in the United States daily. The reasons are numerous: Collision/Accident – towed away Breakdown – towed away Parked on private property – towed...

The Used Car Market has indeed been very difficult the last two years, with 2024 wrapping up showing signs of light. Used Vehicle Retail volume was up 4% over 2023 but inflation, high interest rates and surging insurance premiums have driven the cost of ownership skyward. The average price of a used car jumped to...