I have a payoff amount that is more than what the customer owes, can I apply it as 1 single payment?
By Amir Dabiri - October 26, 2012

Recently I was asked from numerous customers how they should handle payoffs that are more than the current payoff. Typically I tell customers that they can split the payment up into 2, one being the payoff and then applying the rest to some other liability account. However we also have....

Dealership Leasing Software: What is a lease money factor?
By Trey Latham - October 24, 2012

We all know that a retail installment contract for a purchase has a principal balance, and finance charges calculated based on the annual percentage rate or APR. There is a significant difference, however, between retail deals and lease deals. There is no traditional ‘APR’ when it comes to leases. But....

ATTN: Michigan Customers, Please Make sure you are aware of the Police Book Requirements
By Greg Morris - October 19, 2012

For our Dealers in Michigan, in case you were unaware you are required by the Public Acts of 1921; Sec 14 Act 46 to have a bound volume or electronic record containing a complete bought and sold record for each vehicle handled by a dealer.   When a dealer purchases....

How do I bring a customer’s account current?
By Ashton Azizi - October 15, 2012

A common Deal Pack support question that I receive is, “What can I do to bring a customer’s account current?” The client's reaction to the ease and efficiency of this process always brings a smile to my face.   Deal Pack provides a Deferment button at the Payment screen. It’s....

Is Your Dealership ‘Risk Based Pricing’ Ready?
By Amir Dabiri - October 11, 2012

I often get asked the question "When pulling credit through your DMS, do you include the Risk Based Pricing Notice?". This is a great question to ask since it affects all Buy Here Pay Here dealers thinking of extending credit to an applicant based on a credit report. Before January....

What Forms Would You Recommend for a Startup Dealership?
By Jillian Palmer - October 9, 2012

This question comes up quite often especially from new start up dealers. Each state usually has their own dealer association that can provide forms for your type of business. It is always best to get with them to be safe. If you cannot find your dealer associations you can visit....

Car Dealership Software & Promise to Pay
By Amir Dabiri - October 8, 2012

Given the industry, it’s a fact that not everyone is going to pay you on time. In fact, the lion’s share of your business and your financial health depends on skilled collectors being able to collect on your accounts. Their success is largely based on successfully contacting the customer and....

How Can I Track Titles Efficiently?
By Desiree Bradsher - October 4, 2012

Deal Pack's dealer management system provides an excellent solution for tracking titles on your inventory before and after the sale. A title number and title state field is conveniently located at the Inventory screen providing ease of entry at the time vehicles are purchased for stock. These fields are also....

The Service Member’s Civil Relief Act (SCRA): What it means for the BHPH and LHPH industry
By Greg Morris - October 2, 2012

Formerly known as the Soldier’s and Sailor’s Civil Relief Act, the Service Member’s Civil Relief Act (H.R. 100) was signed into law in its current version by President Bush in 2003. This law is meant to protect service men and women due to a potential change in financial status upon....

Tennessee Auto Dealers: Beware of Business Taxes
By Trey Latham - September 26, 2012

Business Tax is levied for the freedom of carrying out daily business activities within any county and/or incorporated municipality. All counties in Tennessee with the exception of Clay, Claiborne, and Morgan counties, and many cities have passed local business tax regulations that require businesses to be licensed and taxes paid.....