 TITLE: How to Buy a Car During the COVID-19 Pandemic CONTENT: Check Your Credit Score Before You Buy\n--------------------------------------\nUnless you're buying a car outright with cash, you'll need to finance the vehicle with an auto loan. The best interest rates are generally reserved for people with great credit, so check your credit score to see where you stand.\nIf your credit isn't in great shape and you have time before you need to purchase a car, work to improve your credit before you start the car-buying process. If not, you may end up with a relatively high interest rate, or you may not get approved at all. Taking the time to boost your score could pay off when it's time to buy. END