This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Beware of flood-damaged vehicles being sold across US. How to protect yourself ...

Few people may want to buy a flood-damaged car, but some do — without knowing it.AAA Mid-Atlantic is warning car buyers that damaged vehicles could soon flood the market amid more than 3,000 flash ...

With a background in journalism and counseling, Penny Min blends analytical research with real-world insight to help readers make informed financial decisions. At Forbes Marketplace, she specializes ...

A flood-damaged car will likely be a total loss if fully submerged in water. Beware of title washing. Vehicles that carry flood-damaged titles in one state may receive a clean title in another. Take ...

Buying a used car can save you a ton of money, but it can also lead to nightmare scenarios. You don’t want to drop thousands or tens of thousands, on a vehicle only to find out it’s been in a huge ...

Flooding issues can lure in scam artists trying to pass off water-damaged vehicles as ordinary used cars. Unsuspecting consumers, particularly those living in regions of the country unaffected by ...

Carfax comes to you with a warning — and a celebration. In the wake of the severe floods this spring and summer in Texas, Kentucky and West Virginia, and with hurricane season closing in on its peak, ...

Flood-damaged vehicles can experience issues ranging from cosmetic problems like mold to serious mechanical and electrical malfunctions. Water damage can affect critical car components such as the ...

Exploring options at a car dealership is an exciting prospect for most people. There are obviously a number of mistakes that buyers can fall victim to at dealerships (as well as problem areas when ...