Published documents by Gregg Hall

2008

Every Dealership has their own finance department and they call their finance people different things but usually give them the title of Finance Manager even though many times they are simply a good salesperson that they sent to Finance and Insurance School to learn to sell the financial products and be licensed to do so. These people are well trained to take your money so you need to be on...

The Car Salesman's Favorite Targets Published on 28/01/2008

I know it may seem cold blooded but car salesmen have people that they love to deal with and others that they will run from. I was in the business for over 15 years and I can tell you that for most salespeople they are on the lookout for the little old lady. Being in a military town in Pensacola, Florida I personally loved the ensigns. These were young officer candidates who at the time I was...

Are Hybrid Cars The Hottest Trend? Published on 28/01/2008

Hybrid technology is not new to the world of automobiles. Ferdinand Porsche first introduced hybrid technology in 1899. However, with current pressures regarding pollution and environment concerns setting in, and fuel prices touching a new Honda and Toyota launched their Hybrid car models in 1990. Before we discuss the latest offerings in hybrid cars, let us have an overview of what is the...

How To Lease A Car The Right Way Published on 28/01/2008

Leasing can be very confusing and there is a bit of a paradox here. If you do it right leasing can save you a ton of money and allow you to drive a much nicer vehicle than you could otherwise afford, but done wrong it can cost you thousands! The principle behind leasing is simple; you are simply renting the car just as if from Enterprise or Alamo but for a longer period of time. You never...

How to Keep Your Feet Feeling and Looking Great Published on 28/01/2008

Your feet take a lot of punishment every day. If you are a woman, you might wear three inch torture devices known as shoes or wear boots that rub blisters on your heels - all in the name of fashion or so-called beauty. Or you might try and stuff your feet into shoes that are too small for you. Going barefoot has its own drawbacks - you might step on stickers or splinters. You would...

Some Important Tips For A Successful Diet Published on 28/01/2008

Stay away from fried things. Fried things are an absolute no-no. The more fried things that you avoid, the lesser weight you will gain. Fried things are called so because they are fried in oil or fat. And even if the external oil is drained away, there is still a lot of hidden oil in it so stay away from it. Do not skip meals. The worst thing you can do while watching you diet is skip a...

The Early History Of Batteries Published on 28/01/2008

Do you think batteries are a new thing? How long do you think they have been around? One hundred years? Two hundred? More? Actually, believe it or not the oldest known battery dates back over 2,000 years! What the heck would someone have needed a battery for 2,000 years ago? This primitive battery found in the area now known as Iraq was discovered in 1936 and testing showed it could have...

Is It Possible to Cut Our Gas Expenses? Published on 28/01/2008

There are many areas within our lives where we find that we could "trim the fat", when it comes to our spending habits. Our budget for gasoline is one area. However, we live in a society where we are dependent upon our vehicles and therefore gas. When the rates for gas soar, we are rendered helpless. We find ourselves forgoing that evening out so that we will have enough gas money throughout...

An Insider Look At Auto Dealerships Published on 28/01/2008

Going to a car dealer to buy a car is a scary experience for some and angry one for others. If you know a little more about the inner workings and structure of the average car dealership you will be less likely to be so apprehensive and you will be equipped to know what to look out for and what to expect. Like any other business a car dealership has its own little hierarchy and pecking order...

The Credit Check Scam In The Car Business Published on 28/01/2008

The car business is probably one of the only businesses left where sleazy sales tactics are still rampant. I know time share and siding salespeople are bad too. But it isn't on near the scale as the car business is. One of the bigger control scams out there now is the credit check scam, which starts just about as soon as you sit down at a desk with the salesman. It typically begins like...