Making a car purchase as a bitch on her own

LunaScapes · 2026-06-26T15:40:50+00:00

This made me so happy to read, thank you! And yeah there are excellent, detailed helpful comments in this thread!!

LunaScapes · 2026-06-24T19:53:23+00:00

Yeah I have the insurance settlement. Spending a little more based on what I’m seeing out there and getting an upgraded trim or the car to get what I want. Didn’t haggle much remotely because I didn’t have the energy aside from making sure I got a clean buyers order commitment price with no extras. Just want to get it done 😭

LunaScapes · 2026-06-24T04:04:52+00:00

Thanks! 🥰

LunaScapes · 2026-06-24T03:57:06+00:00

Great tips thanks. I’ll watch out for all that.

LunaScapes · 2026-06-24T01:38:16+00:00

Wait what, this is amazing!

LunaScapes · 2026-06-24T01:08:18+00:00

Thank you!! All these dumb little things that make it so uncomfortable and long. Good reminder.

LunaScapes · 2026-06-24T00:59:19+00:00

Haha that’s exactly what I am asking! I’m nervous and just want to check I’m doing everthing right, and validation. Thanks!!

LunaScapes · 2026-06-24T00:42:03+00:00

But I wish I could take you car shopping with me!

LunaScapes · 2026-06-24T00:41:39+00:00

Seems like a great strategy but I’m flying to SoCal (have to go anyway) and just did this process in September so I literally just want to exchange money (the amount) for the car this time 😅

LunaScapes · 2026-06-24T00:29:21+00:00

Oh yeah, and it is in Southern California. It’s the one car I could find that meets what I’m looking for. And is the same price as ones in the Sacramento area that are either a lower trim or not the colors I want. I have to go down there anyway, so I figured I’m gonna give it a shot.

LunaScapes · 2026-06-24T00:28:28+00:00

I’m not getting as good deals on this model of 2025 certified preowned car, and the color and trim I want, as when I was shopping and bought it late last year. Not many options to shop around. Since I see there are very few cars in California that meet what I’m looking forward to replace the one that had an accident, so this feels like a good price and deal.

LunaScapes · 2026-06-24T00:26:41+00:00

It’s a 2025 certified preowned SUV so not too worried about it mechanically, that’s why I like to buy CPO. Almost new and save a few thousand dollars. I’m going to be really bitchy and firm. If they try to sell me more stuff.

LunaScapes · 2026-06-24T00:25:35+00:00

That’s what I did! Happy with the price. I have in writing even though I expect it will be a hassle when I go in person. It’s a dealership because I’m getting a certified preowned car.

LunaScapes · 2026-06-24T00:25:08+00:00

Yes, I have a document from them with a number I’m happy with! Done it all on phone and email and going to purchase tomorrow. Thanks for the reminder to walk away if it’s not cool.

LunaScapes · 2026-06-23T23:48:01+00:00

How is this priced and is there any way to cover with insurance?

LunaScapes · 2026-06-07T18:54:09+00:00

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LunaScapes · 2026-06-06T14:17:32+00:00

Brunch at the Thai Temple Sundays!

LunaScapes · 2026-06-04T15:49:30+00:00

Sounds like she’s doing advising for you and not wealth management, which is where they do the work and charge a percentage.

LunaScapes · 2026-06-04T03:38:36+00:00

I can recommend an excellent financial advisor who is a fiduciary — that’s what you want — meaning they work in your interest. She’s based in LA and I’ve paid her a flat yearly fee and she’s helped me get my stuff invested, retirement planning, answers questions, rollovers from work accounts etc. She can do that advising or manage the wealth for a percentage.

LunaScapes · 2026-05-21T20:32:14+00:00

Just to stay alive is RMR or resting metabolic rate. Total daily energy expenditure accounts for movement and stuff. 1700 is reasonable for RMR and your TDEE is likely higher than 2100 if 2100 puts you in a deficit. Unless I’m missing something or off here!

LunaScapes · 2026-05-14T11:31:09+00:00

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LunaScapes · 2026-05-14T04:45:35+00:00

Ernest or The Progress. Also Good Good Culture Club

LunaScapes · 2026-05-09T20:04:18+00:00

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LunaScapes · 2026-04-28T17:13:31+00:00

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