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Knowing when and how to trade in your vehicle can have a real impact on what you walk away with. In 2026, three things drive your trade-in value at Shaver Preferred Motors in Merrillville: seasonal market trends, Indiana’s trade-in sales tax credit, and a few preparation choices on your end. Here’s what’s working in the…

Buying your first car is a milestone — and for many Northwest Indiana residents, it also means navigating auto financing for the first time. Whether you’re a recent graduate in Merrillville, a young professional commuting to Chicago, or someone building credit from scratch in Gary, Crown Point, or Valparaiso, understanding how used car financing works…