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In-depth extended warranty guides · 50 published
Most claim denials trace back to one of seven causes. Here's the list — and how to get ahead of every one of them before you ever file a claim.
№02 · Pricing
Extended warranty pricing is one of the least transparent corners of car buying. Here's what's realistic and how the F&I markup actually works.
№03 · Buying
Extended coverage genuinely pays off in a narrow set of situations. Here's the framework I use to decide, plus the scripts for declining at the F&I desk.
№04 · Basics
Two phrases that get thrown around at every car dealership, and almost nobody explains what they actually mean for your wallet when something breaks.
✦ The Long Read ✦
Almost every 'extended warranty' on the market is a vehicle service contract — a separate product, regulated differently, sold by a different company. Here's what that means for you.
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What an extended car warranty actually is, and what it isn't.
Enter section →Desk №02How to read a vehicle service contract before you sign.
Enter section →Desk №03Manufacturer plans vs dealer plans vs third-party administrators.
Enter section →Desk №04How claims are approved, denied, and appealed.
Enter section →Desk №05What a fair price looks like and how dealers mark up coverage.
Enter section →Desk №06When a warranty makes sense — and when to walk away.
Enter section →From the desk of Marcus Hale
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