The simple answer to this question is “yes.” Everyone deserves a new car, so why not make your dream become reality? It’s easier than you think. Even if you can’t make a brand new car work for you, there are some alternatives that will make you feel like you’re living abundantly.

If you’re not sure you can afford a new car, you might want to look at certified used cars, which are as close to new as you can get without paying premium prices. Either way, the vehicle will be new to you and that’s the main thing.

For a brand new car, fresh off the lot, you can look at the trade in value of your existing vehicle and that could end up helping you lower the price of the new vehicle to a reasonable amount. Make sure you do your research ahead of time to save money and avoid making mistakes. If you go into the car dealership with a good idea of what you want and how much you can spend, you’ll be ready to make a deal.

Negotiation is part of buying a car, so don’t be afraid to haggle down the price. It’s actually expected and you’ll pay too much if you don’t!