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2 articles tagged “scams”

Jul 2, 2026 • guides

How to Spot a Flood-Damaged Car Before You Buy (Even With a Clean Title)

Stephen M reveals the two-track method for catching flood cars — the paper trail (CarVertical, insurance claims) and the physical inspection (silt lines, corroded connectors, mold). Clean title does not mean dry title.

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Jun 11, 2026 • guides

Avoid These 5 Used Car Scams (VIN Check Guide)

Stephen M breaks down the five most costly used car scams — odometer rollback, salvage title fraud, VIN swapping, hidden accident damage, and fake listings — and explains exactly how a vehicle history report stops each one.

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