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Articlesby David Keller, CPA, CFEOctober 4, 2008

Technology in 2008

David Keller - Well, it is 2008. Yes, you probably know that by now. But are you really living in the year 2008? Is your business? The only way to know is to ask a few simple questions...

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Articlesby Ryan LinnehanOctober 3, 2008

Hope for the Best, Prepare for the Worst

To be honest, it can be a sobering meeting, and one to which no one will probably look forward. As a matter of fact, the easy thing to do is just put off having the discussion, cross your fingers and hope such disastrous events never occur...

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Articlesby Harlene DoaneOctober 1, 2008

Driversselect Marketing Obsession

Harlene Doane - In walks a tiny blonde in a bright orange shirt carrying a bright orange, oversized handbag. The excitement and passion for what she does is evident from the minute she opens her mouth. She proudly states that she is in the customer delight business.

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ArticlesOctober 1, 2008

Voisys - Growth is the Name of the Game

“I think we’re just feeling the effects of the mortgage industry and the money will come back pretty soon,”

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Articlesby Marla BelsonOctober 1, 2008

SMART Goal Setting

Marla Belson - Having absorbed all of this information, I now begin the task of building a new multi-franchise special finance department. This looms as an overwhelming project and a huge responsibility. In anticipation of this new project, I am drawing from the experience of and knowledge shared by my peers.

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Articlesby Dan HendersonOctober 1, 2008

Internet Leads Offer Lowest Ad Cost Per Sale

Rumors abound about what our illustrious vice president was really doing when he “oops” shot Harry Whittington, the high profile lawyer, while hunting. Well, I’m certain of the fact it was an accident, but the point was he wasn’t looking at what he was shooting at

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Articlesby Sean V. BradleyOctober 1, 2008

Return on Investment

Sean Bradley - We hear the term ROI all the time. It’s one of those overused “buzzwords.” Every vendor selling any product promises dealers a great return on investment. To me, that means getting the most back from your efforts.

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Articlesby Greg GoebelSeptember 24, 2008

Fast Funding Still Expected in Special Finance: Eights Simple Steps Will Keep Cash Flowing Even in More Stringent Times

Greg Goebel - Fast funding must be the culture of the dealership. For some dealers, that means a significant change of policy...

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Articlesby Jennifer RinconSeptember 23, 2008

Building Blocks to Compliance: Central Valley Autos All-Around Success in F&I

Jennifer Rincon - Central Valley Automotive has a way of good-naturedly rushing the customer into handshakes with most of their staff. “Our entire sales staff—at all four stores—is very quick to introduce the customer to the manager ...

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Articlesby Kimberly LongSeptember 23, 2008

Compliance Headaches: Adverse Action and the “Red Flags” Rule

Kimberly Long - Compliance in general is an ongoing headache for dealers. Adverse action, in particular, is something many have been struggling to get a handle on for quite some time ... Compounding their worries, dealers will soon have to contend with...

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