The dealer’s F&I office wants you to buy at signing — that’s the worst moment. Here’s what really happens at each of the three decision points.
Dealer-insider breakdown of F&I products: which to skip, which to negotiate, and how to handle the F&I office. No sponsors, no filter.
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