What we check
Even your car guy could use a second opinion. We check anything with a dollar amount that comes with owning, buying, leasing or fixing a car.
| What you have | What we look for |
|---|---|
| Repair quote | Prices, labour hours, padded items, and what the shop should justify |
| Repair bill | Final bill against the estimate, unapproved work |
| Buying a car | The deal, the price and the finance terms, before you sign |
| Selling or trading in a car | Whether the offer is fair for your car |
| Dealer bill of sale | Fees and add-ons beyond the advertised or agreed price |
| Car finance or lease contract | Rate, term, fees, add-ons, whether the payment math adds up |
| Lease buyout or lease-end bill | Buyout amount, wear-and-tear charges against your contract |
| Insurance claim or total loss offer | The payout against real market value, before you accept. We review it and coach you through it. If you want someone to negotiate the claim for you, we'll point you to a licensed public adjuster. |
| Repossession | Whether the process was followed and the charges are valid. We coach you through it, and our partner paralegal takes it further if needed. |
| Repair or storage lien | Whether the lien is valid and the amount is right. We coach you through it, and our partner paralegal takes it further if needed. |
| Something else? | If it involves your car and a dollar amount, send it in. |