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Pro Tip: Some questions to ask yourself are what will your vehicle be used for, how much commuting will you be doing, what are some necessary features, and how much space do you need? Don’t skip the test drives. A test drive is essential, especially when purchasing your first vehicle. During this check for roadworthiness, you will see that each car drives differently. It’s important to get a feel for how each one handles and rides. Pro Tip: If you are purchasing a used car, don’t forget to check CARFAX for the vehicle’s crash history, mileage, service history, and exterior and interior condition. Don’t forget insurance and registration. As soon as you purchase a vehicle, you will need to insure and register it with your nearest department of motor vehicles!
For many, their first taste of freedom is purchasing their first car. It’s an exciting milestone and a huge financial decision. To help make the process easier and ensure you know what to expect, here’s a guide for parents and teens when purchasing their first vehicle. Establish a budget. What can you afford? Today, the price of a new set of reliable and safe wheels is high. Even the cheapest new vehicle on the market is upwards of $15,000. Determine if a new or used car fits your price range and whether or not financing is a smart option.
Pro Tip: Check out vehicle listings on Facebook, Craigslist, and OfferUp — sometimes, you can land a great deal. Just be sure to do your research and bring a friend along when you test drive the vehicle, for both safety reasons and another opinion. Research and weigh your options.
Pro Tip: Don’t forget this cost when considering your budget! These fees add up.
The industry is vast! After you’ve established how much you are able to spend, you can begin to do your homework and find a car with the features that fit your needs.
With these tips, purchasing your new car will be fun and exciting! Most importantly, don’t forget to buckle up and practice safe driving as soon as you exit the car lot!
F rom S hredder to P artner Bill King’s Journey at The Manely Firm
Attorney Bill King got an early start at The Manely Firm. As Shelia’s son and Michael’s stepson, he was taking out the trash and shredding documents after school at age 12. By 16, Bill was working reception and helping with the website and event planning. Still, he didn’t intend to make a career out of it. “I was a typical rebellious teenager,” Bill laughs. “I was like, ‘I’m never going to be a lawyer or work for the Firm! You’re not going to get me!’” But Bill was unsure of his next move after graduating with his bachelor’s degree from Reinhardt University. So, he started working at The Manely Firm as a paralegal and was surprised to learn that he genuinely enjoyed working in law. “I really loved it,” he remembers, “and I realized I wanted to go to law school.” Bill started as an associate attorney after graduating from Georgia State in 2016 and became a partner at the Firm in 2023. “I’ve worked in some form in every facet of the business,” he notes. “I’ve had my hand in administration, reception, accounting, HR, and marketing. I’ve experienced a lot more professionally than if I’d just gone to law school and become an attorney.”
Several aspects of his work keep him passionate. “I enjoy how many different areas of law that family law touches,” Bill says. “We get to expand our skills as professionals, and there’s more room for growth because you have to be so versatile.” He also appreciates the Firm’s international family law focus. “We get the opportunity to work with a very diverse group of clients,” Bill says. “It’s fascinating to learn about different parts of the world, and it’s a lot of fun.” It’s a good fit because Bill is passionate about travel. His other hobbies include golf and being a patron of the arts. Bill also tries to spend as much time as possible with his family. He just celebrated his sixth wedding anniversary and welcomed a second child. Bill is eager to note that his favorite part of working at The Manely Firm is “the sheer amount of people we get to help on a daily basis.” Specifically, he says, “People put their trust in us to provide them counsel and help them through probably one of the most difficult things they’ll ever go through. Being able to provide them with that help is very rewarding.”
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