Consumers Credit Union hosts free car-buying seminar

Consumers Credit Union hosts a “Car Buying Made Easy — Know Before You Go” no-cost seminar to provide tips and tricks of the trade to help consumers make their next automobile purchase more fun and less frustrating.

The workshop is scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 27 at the recently remodeled Holiday Inn, 6161 W. Grand Ave., Gurnee. Registration begins at 5:30 p.m. and the seminar starts at 6 p.m. RSVP to Cedric Ivy at CedricI@myconsumers.org or (847) 265-5541)

Attendees will learn how to get the best value on their purchase, the best price on their trade in and even show how to evaluate whether taking 0 percent interest or the manufacturer’s rebate is best for you.

“Purchasing a vehicle can sometimes be very overwhelming, especially for those on a tight budget,” noted Sean M. Rathjen, CCU president. “This workshop is designed to identify the issues that are part of the car buying experience and help buyers turn those issues into opportunities. Those attending ‘Car Buying Made Easy’ will walk through each step of the purchasing process, from selecting the best vehicle that meets their needs, to getting a fair price and the right financing option so you’ll ‘know before you go.’”

“Car Buying Made Easy — Know Before You Go” is presented by Car Quotes and Consumers Credit Union in conjunction with Consumers Cooperative Association, the credit union’s sponsor. Both experienced and first time buyers will benefit from the tips they’ll learn from Lindsey Hicks and Nick Ralph of CarQuotes, CCU’s strategic partner for vehicle purchases.

The event is open to CCU members and the public at large.

Consumers Credit Union is member-owned with offices in Waukegan, Mundelein, Round Lake Beach, Gurnee, North Waukegan and Volo. For information visit www.myconsumers.org.