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The real budget
Make sure the full monthly cost fits—not only the payment.0category score
Use the answer that is true today—not the answer you hope will be true later.
PARENT + TEEN READINESS CHECK
Take this together. Turn the budget, savings, responsibilities, and safety expectations into a shared first-car plan.
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YOUR CURRENT PRIORITIES
A readiness score supports a family conversation. It does not certify a driver, guarantee affordability, or determine whether a particular vehicle is safe.