Tag: northeast
AAA Recognizes Safe Rides Group and Police Officers in Connecticut
December 18, 2017. AAA Staff
High school students in Wilton don’t have to worry about how to get home on Friday or Saturday nights. Since 2013, Wilton Safe Rides has given thousands of teenagers easy and anonymous access to safe, free transportation. Dozens of volunteers help operate the student-run group, which gives free rides home to high school students who…
A Plan for Paying Back Student Loans
November 01, 2017. Roberto Cruz
College is an incredible experience. You make new friends. You explore new places. You learn how to write a seven-page research paper the night before it’s due. But on a serious note, one thing you might not learn at college is how to manage and pay back the money you borrowed to pay for your…
Financial Services Q&A: Monthly Car Payments
November 01, 2017. AAA Staff
How much money should I spend on monthly car payments? This really depends on how much money you make and how much discretionary income you’re willing to put toward a vehicle. The general rule of thumb is to spend 10 to 15 percent of your income after taxes, but if you cut down on the…
A Little Car Maintenance Goes a Long Way
October 18, 2017. Mark Shaw
AAA estimates that Americans spend an average of 17,600 minutes driving each year. That translates into more than 293 hours, or just over 12 full days of driving time. That’s a lot of work for both car and driver. What could possibly go wrong? We know the dangers when drivers are impaired, drowsy or distracted….
Understanding Extended Warranties
October 01, 2017. Roberto Cruz
Nobody wants an unexpected car repair bill dropped in his or her lap. An extended warranty is a safeguard against that headache.
Why Does AAA Offer Mortgages?
October 01, 2017. AAA Staff
AAA Northeast Bank has provided financial services benefits to its members for over 20 years.
Your Money – Reverse Mortgages
September 02, 2017. Roberto Cruz
Retirement fantasies often involve world travel or golf somewhere warm. Unfortunately, as you approach retirement age, you may be less concerned with the fun stuff and more worried about how to afford it. A reverse mortgage can help you meet the financial demands of retirement by letting you cash in on the value of your…
In Alaska, Fiery Fall Foliage is a Breathtaking Contrast to Snow-Capped Peaks
September 01, 2017. Roberto Cruz
Fall is far from a shoulder season in Alaska. In fact, for those who enjoy travel without the crowds, it could be the best time to visit the Last Frontier. From late August through October, the Alaskan sky shimmers in shades of pink, purple, yellow and blue while the red and gold foliage provides a…
How to Get an Auto Loan Through AAA
August 31, 2017. AAA Staff
Q. How do I get an auto loan through AAA? I usually just let the dealership find me a loan. A. It’s easy. AAA Northeast Bank offers a variety of auto loan products – including loans for dealer and private sales, lease buyouts, refinancing and more – at rates as low as 1.99 percent APR. You…
10 Places Worth Checking Out on College Campuses
July 31, 2017. AAA Staff
Becoming familiar with each of these campus spots as soon as possible will be valuable on the road from freshman to alum.