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Expertise
I can answer any question as it relates to the purchase or lease of a new or pre-owned vehicle. I can give you advice in purchasing from a franchised dealer or private party. Buying a vehicle can be a very difficult and frustrating experience, but it doesn't have to. Know before you Go! Let me help you with any of your questions.
Experience in the area
I have been in the automotive business for 10 years. I have held every position from salesperson, Finance Manager, New Sales Manager, Used Car Sales Manager, Finance Director, and Director of Sales and Finance. I graduated from the University of Texas with a major in Business Administration, and have held many sales jobs in the automotive sector. I am a member of the Association of Finance and Insurance Professionals (AFIP). I have also been trained by some of the best schools in the business including JM&A, Ethos, VT/AIG, Inc, and various others.
What do you like about this subject?
The automotive business is so exciting. It may not always be for the customer, but it can be! Every experience is different. Every Customer is different. It is always something new, and keeps you on your best.
What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?
I hope to learn from the questions of the customers. One thing that is always lost in this business is the customers perspective. This will help me in my normal everyday business to listen to the experience of all customers.
Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:
Dealers deserve to make a fair profit! Customers deserve to get a fair deal! The best car deal is in the perception of the customer and the dealer.
Something controversial or provocative about this subject
Most customers mistakenly think that the dealer makes so much money on deals today. That is a complete false statement. Dealers struggle to make profits today on each and every car deal. The profit margins given to the dealer by the manufacturer have gotten smaller and smaller each and every deal.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
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| Kris | 10/30/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Jeremy you rock! I never thought about ..... |
| sandra | 10/17/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | I really appreciate your helpful and detailed ..... |
| Jo | 10/16/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks for a quick and informative answer ..... |
| Art | 10/10/09 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you Jeremy Beck. You cleared some ..... |
| Jasmin | 10/01/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | JB, Thank you very much for your ..... |
Recent Answers from Jeremy Beck
2009-10-28 Lease Up, what now?:
Kris, Thanks for your question. Well, you have several options on your table here. First and foremost, you do NOT have to turn the vehicle in to that specific dealership. You DO however, have to
2009-10-21 Title:
Kayla, Thanks for your question. If you aren't exchanging any money, you can simply put price as "0". That way neither of you have to pay sales tax. Since you aren't really selling the vehicle, but
2009-10-19 Vehicle title with lien:
Bob, Thanks for your question. The only thing that you can do is this: Call the bank that had the title, and see what the status is. If you have an email address on your friend, then send him an
2009-10-16 trading down:
Jo, Thanks for your question. I think what you are asking is very realistic. You have done your research, and seem to know the accurate values of the cars. What will happen is that once you agree
2009-10-15 Selling my car with a Lien:
Rudin, Thanks for your question. This is a common question. What needs to happen, is that you need to draw up a bill of sale or purchase agreement stating the terms of the sale. You both will need
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